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information system

American  

noun

  1. a computer system or set of components for collecting, creating, storing, processing, and distributing information, typically including hardware and software, system users, and the data itself.

    the use of information systems to solve business problems.

  2. an integrated set of informational components.

    the incredibly complex information system of DNA.


Etymology

Origin of information system

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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In its notice, the agency noted that despite the label, full self-driving is actually "a partial driving automation system".

From BBC • Oct. 18, 2024

Home security systems can often form the hub of a home automation system, creating the infrastructure for remote systems where you can control many aspects of your home from a smartphone screen.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2023

Shagrin: Remember, the way RadioGPT works is that it’s hooked up to and synced with a radio station’s automation system.

From Slate • Mar. 8, 2023

The jets were certified by Boeing as safe despite evidence that they knew about its dangerous automation system.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2023

It contains a line that Koopman calls crucial: “The level of a driving automation system feature corresponds to the feature’s production design intent.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2021

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