Definition for ICT Equipment
SDIA definition
Our definition is based on the Eurostat Glossary.
Eurostat (28 August 2023) defines ICT equipment as
Information and communication technology, abbreviated as ICT, covers all technical means used to handle information and aid communication. This includes both computer and network hardware, as well as their software.
We agree with this definition, however would add that โsoftwareโ in this case refers to the firmware of ICT equipment and not the operating software, virtualisation software or application software running on the equipment itself.
Other definitions
European Commission, International Monetary Fund, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, United Nations and the world bank 2009. System of National Accounts 2008. ST/ESA/STAT/SER.F/2/Rev.146
Information, computer and telecommunications (ICT) equipment consists of devices using electronic controls and also the electronic components forming part of these devices. 10.85