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 Take a peek The college also has distributed hundreds of laptops to students from underserved communities in information technology programs. Daniel Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 24 Apr. 2024 Other duties include leading an information technology team, formulating policy and budget planning. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2024 Over the past decade, agriculture and information technology outsourcing had emerged as more prospective sectors for Ukraine. Maria Varenikova Nicole Tung, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2024 However, traders saw opportunities in information technology, which came in as the top buy, followed by industrials. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 2 Apr. 2024 The tech and information technology sectors are dynamic, continually evolving and viewed as lucrative areas for both employees and businesses. Jack Kelly, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024 Powell works in information technology, per his campaign website, and was the only Republican to file for the seat. Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 16 Apr. 2024 Categories include information technology, planning, inspections and construction. Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024 Despite an exodus of talent following the invasion of Ukraine, Russia still has some brainpower, particularly in information technology, that China is interested in tapping. Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 9 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 3 May. 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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