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information technology
noun
: the technology involving the development, maintenance, and use of computer systems, software, and networks for the processing and distribution of data
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The company identified a material weakness in its internal controls over financial reporting related to information technology general controls outside of North America.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
District 6: Andy Barr defeats Randy Cravens The race for U.S. House District 6, which covers Lexington and a large portion of Central Kentucky, pit incumbent Republican Rep. Andy Barr against Randy Cravens, a 44-year-old Democrat who works in information technology.
—Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024
This is particularly crucial in fast-evolving fields like information technology, where young professionals often enter the workforce with the latest knowledge and skills.
—Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Under his leadership, the conglomerate grew significantly to a sprawling collection of nearly 100 companies, including Tata Motors, the country’s largest automaker; Tata Steel, the largest private steel company; Tata Power; and the information technology company Tata Consultancy Services.
—Ashok Sharma, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1978, in the meaning defined above
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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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information technology
noun
: the technology involving the development, maintenance, and use of computer systems, software, and networks for the processing and distribution of data
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