Introduction to Information Technology
Information technology ( IT ) is the use of computers to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data , or information , often in the context of a business or other enterprise. IT is considered to be a subset of information and communications technology (ICT). An information technology system ( IT system ) is generally an information system , a communications system or, more specifically speaking, a computer system – including all hardware , software , and peripheral equipment – operated by a limited group of users.