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 state agency says it's worked with information technology vendors and providers over the last six months to develop the approach. Nick Lentz, CBS News, 26 June 2026 Behm recalled being asked by a top official at HHS’ health information technology office. CNN Money, 4 June 2026 Brian Parsons has been promoted from vice president of information technology to chief information officer. Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 12 June 2026 However, unlike previous information technologies, AI is not merely storing information or transmitting it. Sreedhar Potarazu, Baltimore Sun, 20 June 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 8 Jul. 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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