Institute
of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
The IEEE describes itself as "the world's largest technical professional
society -- promoting the development and application of electrotechnology
and allied sciences for the benefit of humanity, the advancement of the
profession, and the well-being of our members."
The IEEE fosters the development of standards that often become national
and international standards. The organization publishes a number of journals,
has many local chapters, and several large societies in special areas,
such as the IEEE Computer Society.