Web Observation Module 2

Basic Defintions

The basic definitions tend to focus on providing a simple, yet specific, understanding of the term information technology. They may be geared toward a specific audience, but are general enough to apply in most circumstances where they would be used. With the exception of the second entry for the dictionary.com definition, this type of definition does not extrapolate on the manifold applications of information technology.

Expanded Defintions

The extended definitions of this term attempt to impart a very focused, limited understanding of the physical objects, processes and capabilities that comprise information technology. The intended audiences appeared to be organizational rather than individual i.e., government agencies and business management communities. The emphasis varied, however, from the existential aspects of information technology to its intended applications.

Organizational Definitions

These definitions appear to circumscribe the term’s meaning in organizational contexts. Arguably, some of the expanded definitions might be included in the category as well, but the selected terms seemed to imply that they be applied under very specific circumstances, such as in a purchasing arrangement or in achieving organizational objectives,

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Web Observations Module 2

The are two links for each defintion. The first link is the original source, and the second link is the annotated version.