THE NEED FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Techniques Information Technology is a subject that requires a lot of Reading. You can’t do Information Technology properly sitting in front of the television watching your favourite movie or listening to loud music. That won’t work. Find a nice quiet place where you can really concentrate and then work at it. Also make sure that you have lots and lots of paper for writing. Do not simply stick to one text book. Check out other text books. View questions from a slightly different perspective and see if still makes sense to you. Finally Information Technology is a very practical subject. Try to apply the stuff you learn in your other subjects. Try to apply them in your daily lives. For example, when doing projects reports or writing notes. Remember Those opportunities will help the Information Technology skills that are more real to you. They will also help to make sure you don’t forget them. JOBS USING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY People with jobs in information technology (IT) use computers, software, networks, servers, and other technology to manage and store data. IT job titles can vary significantly from one company to another. For instance, one company may recruit a "developer" while another company recruits a "programmer"—but the work may be precisely the same at the two companies, despite the job title variation. Also, many of the skills in this field are transferable, which means candidates may be qualified for many different roles. Computer Technician Troubleshoots and fixes problems relating to the hardware and software. Persons must complete a professional course in computer repairs and maintenance such as A+ certification and Network+ certification. Network Administrator This person is responsible for the creation, administration and security of computer networks. Individual must complete a professional course in Networking such as MCSE. System Analyst Analyses systems and assess their suitability for computerization. Must be trained in Software Engineering. Programmer Writes, tests, and maintains computer programs. Individual Must be familiar with a programming language. Cloud Computing Engineer Cloud computing engineers define, design, build, and maintain systems and solutions leveraging systems and infrastructure managed by cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Computer Network Specialist Computer network specialists and analysts define, design, build, and maintain a variety of data communication networks and systems. They typically have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Some also have a master’s degree in business administration (MBA), with a focus on information systems. Computer network architects can earn notably high salaries Computer Support Specialist Computer support specialists and network administrators help computer users and organizations. Some of these workers support computer networks by testing and evaluating network systems and ensuring that the day-to-day operations work. Others provide customer service by helping people with their computer problems. Some require a bachelor’s degree, while others need an associate degree or postsecondary classes. Database Administrator Database administrators help store and organize data or companies and/or customers. They protect the data from unauthorized users. Some work for companies that provide computer design services. Others work for organizations with large database systems, such as educational institutions, financial firms, and more. These jobs are growing at a faster-than-average rate, with an expected 10% growth in jobs between 2019-2029, according to BLS data. Information Technology Analyst IT analysts are responsible for designing and implementing organizational technology for businesses. They create solutions for collecting and analyzing market data, customer input, and client information. Information Technology Leadership Leadership in IT draws from candidates with strong technology backgrounds and superior management skills. They have experience in creating and implementing policies and systems to meet IT objectives, and the ability to budget the time and funds necessary. Information Security Specialist The increased incidence of security breaches and the associated danger of identity theft has enhanced the importance of protecting data on commercial and governmental sites. Information security analysts help defend an organization’s computer network and computer systems. They plan and carry out a variety of security measures, such as installing and using software, and simulating cyber-attacks to test systems. Information security jobs are expected to grow much faster than average, according to the BLS, with an increase of 31% between 2019 and 2029 Software/Application Developer Software developers design, run, and test various computer programs and applications. Application Developers create new applications and code solutions. They usually have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. They also have strong programming skills. The BLS expects the number of software developer jobs to grow by 22% between 2019 and 2029. Web Developer Web developers design, create, and modify websites. They are responsible for maintaining a user-friendly, stable website that offers the necessary functionality for their client’s needs. Some jobs require a bachelor’s degree, while others need an associate degree, including classes in HTML, JavaScript, or SQL. These jobs are expected to grow 8% between 2019 and 2029, according to the BLS. Summary This is how men made computers CONCLUSION Impact of IT Information Technology has significantly impacted on every aspect of our lives. With this change in Technology and growth of the IT industry, new skills are required. For people interested in a career in computing, a wide area of specialization exists. Table of Contents THE NEED FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................ 1 Techniques........................................................................................................................................................ 1 Finally ............................................................................................................................................................... 1 Remember ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 JOBS USING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY .............................................................................................. 2 Computer .......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Network Administrator..................................................................................................................................... 2 System Analyst ................................................................................................................................................. 3 Programmer ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 Cloud Computing Engineer .............................................................................................................................. 3 Computer Network Specialist .......................................................................................................................... 3 Computer Support Specialist ............................................................................................................................ 3 Database Administrator .................................................................................................................................... 4 Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Information Security Specialist ........................................................................................................................ 5 Software/Application Developer ...................................................................................................................... 5 Web Developer ................................................................................................................................................. 5 Summary .......................................................................................................................................................... 6 CONCLUSION .................................................................................................................................................... 6 Impact of IT ...................................................................................................................................................... 6