5 Questions
What does IT encompass?
Computer systems, software, programming languages, data and information processing and storage
What does an IT system generally include?
All hardware, software, and peripheral equipment
When did the term 'information technology' first appear in its modern sense?
1958
What does an IT project usually refer to?
The commissioning and implementation of an IT system
What did Leavitt and Whisler comment about the term 'information technology'?
It did not have a single established name at the time
Study Notes
What is IT?
- IT (Information Technology) encompasses all aspects of computing and technology, including hardware, software, networking, and the internet.
IT System Components
- An IT system generally includes:
- Hardware (computers, servers, networks, etc.)
- Software (operating systems, applications, etc.)
- Data (information stored and processed)
- People (users, administrators, etc.)
Origin of the Term 'Information Technology'
- The term 'information technology' first appeared in its modern sense in 1958.
IT Projects
- An IT project usually refers to a planned set of activities and tasks to create or modify an information system.
Comment on the Term 'Information Technology'
- Leavitt and Whisler commented that the term 'information technology' is a combination of two words: "information" which refers to the storage and retrieval of data, and "technology" which refers to the machines and techniques used to process it.
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