Information Technology Hardware

/ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən tɛkˈnɑːlədʒi ˈhɑːrdwɛr/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Physical components of computing systems used in the processing, storage, and transmission of data, often subject to legal considerations such as ownership, licensing, and liability.
    The contract specified the terms for maintaining information technology hardware supplied to the client.

Forms

  • information technology hardware

Commentary

This term mainly concerns tangible IT assets and is distinct from software; legal references often arise in contracts and regulations dealing with the procurement, use, and security of such hardware.

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