IEC 60050-171:2019 gives the general terminology used in digital technology, as well as general terms pertaining to specific applications and associated technologies. This first edition cancels and replaces Section 101-12 of IEC 60050-101:1998 and Sections 714-21 to 714-24 of IEC 60050-714:1992. It has the status of a horizontal standard in accordance with IEC Guide 108:2006. This terminology is consistent with the terminology developed in the other specialized parts of the IEV.