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The term information technology was coined by the Harvard Business Review, in order to make a distinction between purpose-built machines designed to perform a limited scope of functions and general-purpose computing machines that could be programmed for various tasks. As the IT industry evolved from the mid-th century, it encompassed transistors and integrated circuits -- computing capability advanced while device cost and energy consumption fell lower, a cycle that continues today when new technologies emerge.
In oxford dictionary IT is the science and activity of using computers and other electronic equipment to store and send information.
Simply, Information technology (IT) is the use of any computers, storage, networking and other physical devices, infrastructure and processes to create, process, store, secure and exchange all forms of electronic data.
Based on Literature review, In, information technology was defined as computer software and hardware solutions that provide support of management, operations, and strategists in organizations (Thong & Yap). Two years later, Boar () defines information technology as “those technologies engaged in the operation, collection, transport, retrieving, storage, access presentation, and transformation of information in all its forms ...” Hollander et al (), information technology is aimed for creation of computer-based systems of information by using computer system in an organization. Carr & Smeltzer () explained information technology as the use of automated purchasing systems, supplier links through electronic data interchange, computer-to-computer links with key suppliers and finally systems of information. One year later, in a study by Sarosa & Zowghi () on information technology in Indonesia, information technology was explained as “all the technology that is used by an organization to collect, process, and disseminate information in all its form. Therefore, the component of information technology will include hardware (scanner, printer, computer, etc), software (operating systems, application development language, office application, etc.), and ....”. According to another scholar (Attaran) ,“Information technology is defined as capabilities offered to organizations by computers, software applications, and telecommunications to deliver data, information, and knowledge to individuals and processes”. Besides that, information technology can be defined as recently it is stated by Tan et al. () as application of Information and Communication Technologies tools including computer network, software and hardware required for internet connection. Based on this review and align with aforementioned views, term information technology will cover wide range of information processing and computer application in organizations. It will cover systems of information, Internet, information and communication related technologies, and their infrastructure including computer softwares, networks and hardwares, which processes or transmit information to enhance the effectiveness of individuals and organizations. However, term information technology also includes any computer application and required packages of hardwares, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Computer Aided Design, Electronic Data Interchange and Enterprise Resource planning that positively affects the productivity of cooperation.
Bibliography: Wou O C. and Sorooshian S Mini Literature Analysis on Information Technology Definition Business school, Taylor’s university, Malaysia. Vol.3, No.2, ,
IT, simply put, is the collection of hands-on technician-type activities that range from network troubleshooting, hardware setup and maintenance, and installation and management of specific software packages. These activities are certified under a number of short part-time qualifications such as the 'Microsoft
Information technology (IT) is the application of computers to store, retrieve, transmit and manipulate data, often in the context of a business or other enterprise. IT is considered a subset of information and communications technology(ICT). In 2012, Zuppo proposed an ICT hierarchy where each hierarchy level "contain some degree of commonality in that they are related to technologies that facilitate the transfer of information and various types of electronically mediated communications.". Business/IT was one level of the ICT hierarchy.
The term is commonly used as a synonym for computers and computer networks, but it also encompasses other information distribution technologies such as television and telephones. Several industries are associated with information technology, including computer hardware, software, electronics, semiconductors, internet, telecom equipment, engineering, healthcare, e-commerce and computer services.
IT (information technology) is the broad subject concerned with all aspects of managing and processing information, especially within a large organization or company. IT is generally not used in reference to personal or home computing and networking
IT is a huge section, today we all need the IT ! for me the most two things in IT is Programming & Networking !
For me, I.T. is all about any information about computers, either software, hardware and networks.
Thanks for the invite, it was agreed with answer, Mr. Ahmed
IT is about dealing with computer related information, software, issues, settings and language and handling issues that may occur during these activities !
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I agree with M's Ghada answers, thanks for the invite.
