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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
Examples of information technology in a Sentence
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By sector, Canaccord Genuity noted the three sectors averaging the best returns one year later were communication services, information technology and health care.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2024
While information technology is always evolving, there are select moments in time when everything changes.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2024
Each function requires precise coordination between human resources (HR) and information technology (IT).
—John Milburn, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
The country’s electronics and information technology minister, Aishwini Vaishnaw, leads its efforts.
—Tharin Pillay, TIME, 5 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1978, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of information technology was
in 1978
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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 1 Oct. 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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