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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BlackRock said that has put the valuation of information technology against the other 10 S&P 500 sectors at its lowest since mid-2020.
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2026
Under his leadership the BNP announced a liberal, technocratic policy agenda centered on good-government reforms and economic initiatives, such as expanding the information technology sector and diversifying Bangladesh’s exports.
—Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Apr. 2026
Various information technology and cybersecurity jobs were among the roles slashed as part of the layoffs.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Fort Worth wants to consolidate several city departments — including parts of the police department, library and information technology department — into the Texas Street building.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2026
Under his leadership the BNP announced a liberal, technocratic policy agenda centered on good-government reforms and economic initiatives, such as expanding the information technology sector and diversifying Bangladesh’s exports.
—Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Apr. 2026
Various information technology and cybersecurity jobs were among the roles slashed as part of the layoffs.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Fort Worth wants to consolidate several city departments — including parts of the police department, library and information technology department — into the Texas Street building.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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