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Computers touch every aspect of our business and personal lives. Because we rely on computers for even the smallest activities we participate in (checking out at the grocery store or buying gas) those with the knowledge to build, program, maintain and repair them hold very important positions in today's society. Also, because an information technology degree can help open so many diverse doors, you have a world of options to choose from.

The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Statistics website predicts rapid job growth and a surge in I.T. jobs as we become still more dependent on computers in future years. Most information technology careers are reported as requiring a bachelor's or master's degree, so plans for attending college should be made. After graduation from an information technology school, you can pursue careers as a:

' Computer Equipment Operator

' Computer Programmer

' Computer Repairperson

' Network Designer

' Network Administrator

' Computer Technology Trainer

' and much more

Let's look at three of these information technology careers in more detail.

Computer Programmer

As a detail-oriented person, you would use various forms of computer code to write programs of practically any sort. Computer programmers have been responsible for creating word processing programs, accounting programs, computer games, antivirus software, firewalls and an enormous array of other programs for virtually every industry around the globe.

Network Designer

Responsible for creating local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and more, a network designer surveys a building then chooses a topology (or combination of topologies) that would work to connect the computers, servers and other computer equipment together. A network designer also draws up a plan for installing the area network and outlines the type of equipment that will be needed to make that network functional.

Computer Technology Trainer

More and more larger organizations are developing departments exclusively for the purpose of training their employees on the use of their computer equipment and software. Because learning within a structured environment usually works best, computer technology trainers develop a curriculum for teaching new hires and transfer employees what they need to know to function efficiently in their positions. This requires that you, as the trainer, develop an extremely thorough knowledge of the software and/or hardware you'll be training others to use.

Room for advancement within the I.T. field is vast. Because possessing a degree in information technology can give you widely transferable skills, you can potentially improve your job standing more rapidly than those in other industries. Taking the time to investigate your options can truly open your eyes to the huge selection of exciting information technology career choices available to you.