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

Recent Examples on the Web That includes 2,648 caregivers receiving employment training; 743 earning diplomas for information technology literacy and English, among other skills; and 1,822 using the free, on-site washing machines. Peter Yeung, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 June 2024 The school awarded contracts for security guard services, information technology work and more without undergoing a competitive procurement process, according to the audit, which is performed every four years. Dana Munro, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2024 Currently, multiple coalitions are focused on its various components: demining, F-16 capabilities, information technology infrastructure, armor and artillery, and long-range strike capacity. Ivo Daalder, Foreign Affairs, 26 Mar. 2024 In District 3, Commissioner Mayra Uribe will square off against former commissioner Linda Stewart and information technology professional Gus Martinez. Stephen Hudak, Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for information technology 

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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 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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