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Information systems are a term used to describe the collection, processing, storing, and
dissemination of information using a combination of hardware, software, data, and people. It
is an essential component of contemporary enterprises and organizations since it supports
decision-making, boosts operational effectiveness, and fosters expansion.
Hardware, which includes the actual physical parts of the system including computers,
servers, storage devices, and input/output devices, is one of the essential parts of an
information system. The programs and applications that run on the hardware, including as
operating systems, databases, and productivity tools, make up another essential component.