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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When massive protests erupted last summer against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, third-year information technology student Sukanto Barman was all-in. Simon Montlake, Christian Science Monitor, 16 May 2025 Our information technology team regularly creates fake attacks to increase awareness and create learning opportunities to help employees stay vigilant and prepared. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 Colorado has become a significant hub for Progressive, boasting a robust information technology organization and a strong claims presence. Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 14 May 2025 The information technology manager provides leadership, direction, guidance, mentoring and supervision to a team of high-level technical specialists, responsible for day-to-day program management tasks. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for information technology

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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 21 May. 2025.

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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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