Information Technology, often abbreviated as IT, refers to the use of computers, software, networks, and other digital technologies to manage and process information. It encompasses a wide range of activities, including data storage, data management, cybersecurity, software development, and communication systems. IT plays a crucial role in how businesses and organizations operate, enabling them to efficiently store, process, and share information.
The term "Information Technology" originated in the 1950s, combining the words "information," which comes from Latin "informatio," meaning "to shape, to form, to inform," and "technology," derived from the Greek "techne," meaning "art, skill, or craft," and "logia," which means "study."