IT Risk
The chance of an unexpected negative operating result as a result of computer failure or misuse.
Literal Meanings of IT Risk
Risk:
Meanings of Risk:
Potentially unwanted event or result.
The probability of an adverse outcome from a decision or event.
The amount of potential loss from a decision or event.
(Formal use in business, technology, etc.) The potential (conditionally negative) impact of an event, determined by combining the probability of the event occurring with the impact, if it were to occur.
The business insured by the insurer or certain uncertain events covered by the insurer.
Risk (something).
You run the risk of injury or danger.
Taking risks as a result of (doing something).
Sentences of Risk
2006, Trever Ramsey on BBC News website, Exercise reduces skin cancer risk, see 14 May 2006.
Synonyms of Risk
danger, peril, hazard
