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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However, information technology employment declined by 23,000 in August. Steve Kopack, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026 Strategic Impact Of Convergence Technology convergence is no longer just an information technology initiative. Dirk Naylor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 So, for example, the information technology department is responsible for recording and tracking Chromebooks and iPads, while the special education department would record and track audio equipment purchased for students with special needs. Kathryn Blackman, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026 Founded in 1979, MIS began as an information technology services provider before pivoting to data centers. Omar El Chmouri, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for information technology

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First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of information technology was in 1952

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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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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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