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

During the first half of January, the information technology sector was the second-worst performer among the 11 sectors of the S&P 500.

From MarketWatch

The portfolio manager said Leuthold has “dramatically” cut its exposure to information technology and communications in the last six months, to a nearly 20% underweight.

From MarketWatch

At the same time, the information technology sector has struggled as members of the group of megacap stocks known as the Magnificent Seven have come under pressure.

From MarketWatch

According to an FBI affidavit, Perez-Lugones - a systems engineer and information technology specialist on contract for the government since 2002 - accessed and printed classified intelligence reports.

From BBC

Venture capitalists are purchasing businesses in traditional sectors like healthcare, legal, and information technology and remaking them with artificial intelligence tools to lower costs.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• data processing