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1. Also called host computer. a computer, often a mainframe, that stores, maintains, or controls access to a database, application, printer, etc., for other computers through a network connection; server:

   The new data should be rapidly uploadable from the terminal to the host.

2. an organization that maintains, controls, or provides access to a website, email service, etc., via the internet.
3. someone who initiates a computer game, videoconference, or the like on their computer or device, inviting and allowing others to participate on their own devices and sometimes controlling certain aspects of the event:

   Once you’ve logged in to the meeting with the password, wait for the host to admit you.

1. (of a computer) to store, maintain, or control (a database, application, printer, etc.) to which other computers have access through a network connection:

   The office server hosts the entire integrated sales and inventory system for all the workstations.

2. to maintain or control and provide access to (a website, email service, etc.) via the internet:

   Who hosts your website, and how much do they charge?

3. to initiate (a computer game, videoconference, or the like) on one’s computer or device, inviting and allowing others to participate on their own devices and sometimes controlling certain aspects of the event:

   I'm hosting a multiplayer game tonight if you want to join.

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