Meaning of the word "data entry" in English

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data entry

US /ˈdeɪ.tə ˌen.tri/
UK /ˈdeɪ.tə ˌen.tri/
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Noun

1.

the act of typing or writing information into a computer or system

Example:
She works in data entry, inputting customer information.
The company is hiring for a data entry clerk.
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