information system

American

noun

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.
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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But Information Commissioner David Hamilton said full and timely compliance with requests was a vital part of the freedom of information system, leading to the unprecedented decision to take legal action.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

We need a whole new information system so that we understand what's going on and can measure it.

From Salon • May 29, 2024

They then used geographic information system software to generate spatial probability estimations based on these known outbreaks.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2024

A new student information system resulted in classroom and administrative disarray for weeks.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2024

Dye Agency, German information system, r92, x93, 1957 197.

From The Riddle of the Rhine; chemical strategy in peace and war by Lefebure, Victor

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