Just like slang, IT terminology changes rapidly. Terms like "information superhighway" and "cyberspace" were once all the rage, but now sound outdated. Tech buzzwords evolve just as quickly!
Technology vendors often use buzzwords to promote their products. While some, like "social media," become permanent, others fade into obscurity, losing their relevance.
In 2022, IT professionals voted on the worst tech buzzwords. The top offenders included: – "Metaverse" – "New normal" – "Artificial intelligence" – "Cloud computing" – "Big data"
According to Google Trends, search interest in "metaverse" skyrocketed but quickly declined as in-person interactions returned, and enthusiasm for VR waned.
"Artificial intelligence" became the dominant buzzword after OpenAI's ChatGPT 4 launch in April 2023. Its growing capabilities captured public interest, making it a tech staple.
Terms like "cloud computing," "big data," and "new normal" maintained steady search volume, proving their lasting relevance in the tech world.
Terms like "cloud computing," "big data," and "new normal" maintained steady search volume, proving their lasting relevance in the tech world.