### Question
How is the "operator of a Federal computer system" defined?


### Answer
The term **operator of a Federal computer system** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 278g* as follows -

> a Federal agency, contractor of a Federal agency, or other organization that processes information using a computer system on behalf of the Federal Government to accomplish a Federal function

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 278g*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY**

