What is Information Technology? Well that's simple. Information Technology(IT) encompass the study and application of computers and any form of telecommunications that store, retrieve and send information. IT includes a combination of hardware and software used together to perform the essential functions people need and use everyday. Most IT professionals will work with an organization to focus on and meet their needs technologically by understanding what they need, showing them options on what current technology is available to do their needed tasks, then implementing the technology into their current setup, or creating a whole new set up.