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 company identified a material weakness in its internal controls over financial reporting related to information technology general controls outside of North America. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024 District 6: Andy Barr defeats Randy Cravens The race for U.S. House District 6, which covers Lexington and a large portion of Central Kentucky, pit incumbent Republican Rep. Andy Barr against Randy Cravens, a 44-year-old Democrat who works in information technology. Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 6 Nov. 2024 This is particularly crucial in fast-evolving fields like information technology, where young professionals often enter the workforce with the latest knowledge and skills. Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 Under his leadership, the conglomerate grew significantly to a sprawling collection of nearly 100 companies, including Tata Motors, the country’s largest automaker; Tata Steel, the largest private steel company; Tata Power; and the information technology company Tata Consultancy Services. Ashok Sharma, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for information technology 

Word History

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 23 Nov. 2024.

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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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