Information And Communications Technology (ict)

Primary definition

Includes all categories of ubiquitous technology used for the gathering, storing, transmitting, retrieving, or processing of information (e.g., microelectronics, printed circuit boards, computing systems, software, signal processors, mobile telephony, satellite communications, and networks). Source: DoDI 5200.44

Also known asICT · information and communication technology · information & communications technology · information & communication technology
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Includes all categories of ubiquitous technology used for the gathering, storing, transmitting, retrieving, or processing of information (e.g., microelectronics, printed circuit boards, computing systems, software, signal processors, mobile telephony, satellite communications, and networks). Source: DoDI 5200.44

Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Information And Communications Technology (ict). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/information-and-communications-technology-ict

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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