information technology

American  

noun

1. the development, implementation, and maintenance of computer hardware and software systems to organize and communicate information electronically. IT

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information technology British  

noun

1.  IT.  the technology of the production, storage, and communication of information using computers and microelectronics

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information technology Scientific  

1. The technology involved with the transmission and storage of information, especially the development, installation, implementation, and management of computer systems within companies, universities, and other organizations.

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Example Sentences

Information technology and communication services account for roughly 43% of the S&P 500, according to Dow Jones Market Data, higher than the levels seen during the dot-com era.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

Information technology, the benchmark of the tech trade, has gained around 2.7%.

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

Information technology was the worst performer among the 11 S&P 500 sectors for November through Wednesday, showing a 4.8% decline, with dividends reinvested, while the full index has declined slightly.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 28, 2025

Information technology is putting huge demands on our power system while offering opportunities for “smart grid” deployment to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2024

Information technology needs to be brought to affordable levels.

From From the Print Media to the Internet by Lebert, Marie

Related Words

• data processing