A discrete set of information resources organized for the collection, processing, maintenance, use, sharing, dissemination, or disposition of information. Source: 44 U.S.C. Sec 3502 Note: Information systems also include specialized systems such as industrial/process controls systems, telephone switching and private branch exchange (PBX) systems, and environmental control systems.
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A discrete set of information resources organized for the collection, processing, maintenance, use, sharing, dissemination, or disposition of information. Source: 44 U.S.C. Sec 3502 Note: Information systems also include specialized systems such as industrial/process controls systems, telephone switching and private branch exchange (PBX) systems, and environmental control systems.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Information System (is). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/information-system-is
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