Definition, synonyms and related words
Initialism of medium scale integration.
"The msi chip contained hundreds of transistors integrated into a single semiconductor package during the early days of microprocessor development."
In plain English: An MSI is a computer part that comes with its own built-in power supply and doesn't need to be plugged into an external box like some other components do.
"The msi file needs to be installed before you can use the new software features."
The abbreviation msi comes directly from the Italian phrase Movimento Sociale Italiano. It entered English as a shorthand reference to that specific political party.