Define: Client Computer

The meaning of “Client Computer” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Client Computer defined in a legal contract?

  • Client Computer means a virtual machine or desktop computer used by a single user with the Client Software. This definition excludes servers accessed or used by multiple users. Seen in 4 SEC filings.
  • Client Computer means a user’s computer (PC, MAC, Workstation) that is connected to a network. The computer utilizes the network to request data periodically from the Server. Seen in 4 SEC filings.
  • Client Computer means a computer running the Software that connects to the License Server. In situations where the Software is used via a thin client, remote desktop, virtual network computing (VNC), or other graphical desktop sharing system, the location of the Client Computer is the location of the User of the Software, not the location of the remote computer. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
  • Client Computer means a single-user computer in which the client component of the Licensed Software, called the Client Software, is installed or used. Seen in 1 SEC filing.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of client computer' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

Client Computer means a singular user's computer, on a network, where software enables data requests from a server.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Acquiring or implementing new software
  • Setting up a network or a system of computers
  • Providing IT support or outsourcing IT services
  • Procuring software on behalf of an end user

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

Client Computer means a machine running software that connects to a license server, irrespective of user location.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Establishing remote work policies
  • Licensing software over the cloud
  • Providing employees with remote access capabilities
  • Offering Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions

Relevant Sectors

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Client Computer means a singular user's computer, on a network, where software enables data requests from a server

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