Trends information technology (IT)

What Is Information Technology?

Information technology (IT) is the use of computer systems or devices to access information. Information technology is responsible for such a large portion of our workforce, business operations and personal access to information that it comprises much of our daily activities.

What Are the Types of Information Technology?

Information technology is a broad term that involves the use of technology to communicate, transfer data and process information.

The different trends within information technology include, but aren’t limited to:

• Analytics

• Automation

• Artificial intelligence

• Cloud computing

• Communications

• Cybersecurity

• Data/database management

• Infrastructure

• Internet of things

• Machine learning

• Maintenance and repair

• Networks

• Robotics

• Software/application development

• SCADA

This list is by no means exhaustive and new applications for technology are constantly emerging.

Why Do We Need Information Technology?

Information technology drives much of what we do in our personal and professional lives. It is the foundation of our communication, technological advancement, innovation, sustainability and recreation. We use information technology on a personal level to connect and communicate with others, play games, share media, shop and be social.

What Is the Easiest IT Field to Get Into?

Fortunately, IT professionals are in fairly high demand. Some IT fields are easier than others to enter. Other fields can be very competitive or require highly specialized skills.

Here are some of the easiest fields to enter in information technology, most of which can be accomplished without a bachelor’s degree and will have readily available job openings.

• Technical support

• Computer repair/technician

• Desktop support

• Network support