noun
information infrastructure
Refers to the foundational systems and networks that support the flow and processing of information, such as the internet, data centers, and communication networks. Often used in technical, business, and policy contexts.
政府は情報インフラの整備に力を入れている。
The government is focusing on developing information infrastructure.
災害時に情報インフラが寸断されると、復旧が遅れる。
If information infrastructure is disrupted during a disaster, recovery is delayed.
Compound of 情報 (information) and インフラ, a clipping of インフラストラクチャー (infrastructure). The term became common with the rise of digital networks in the late 20th century.