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total cost of ownership

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Total Cost Of Ownership - TCO

In general, the purchase price of an asset plus the additional costs of operation.

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For example, the total cost of ownership of a car is not just the purchase price, but also expenses incurred through use, such as repairs, insurance, and fuel.

See also: Asset

Also spelled: TCO

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