noun
Refers to the societal transformation brought about by advances in information technology, especially the widespread use of computers and the internet.
情報革命は社会のあらゆる側面を変えた。
The information revolution has changed every aspect of society.
IT革命 is a more specific term focusing on information technology, while 情報革命 can encompass broader changes in information handling and communication.
Compound of 情報 (information) and 革命 (revolution), likely a calque from English 'information revolution'.