Funding research and development: Governments often fund research into new IT technologies, such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and blockchain. This research can lead to the development of new products and services that can benefit businesses, consumers, and society as a whole.

 

Providing infrastructure: Governments are responsible for providing the infrastructure that is needed to support IT, such as telecommunications networks, data centers, and cybersecurity systems. This infrastructure is essential for businesses and individuals to be able to use IT effectively.