Are you interested in computers and the Internet and would like to learn more about how they work? Read on to learn what computer Internet technology is, what kind of job you could obtain in this field and what kind of education you might need to get started. Schools offering Computer Networking degrees can also be found in these popular choices.


Overview of Computer Internet Technology
Computer Internet technology refers to devices, software, hardware and transmission protocols used to connect computers together in order to receive or send data from one computer to another within a small network or as part of a small network within a larger network, such as the Internet. Included are local-area networks (LANs), wide-area networks (WANs), bridging, switching, routing, voice and data integration, wireless integration, dial-up technology, cable access technology, network security and network management.

Computer network architect is one possible career choice in this field. You'll use computer Internet technology to design and set up networks for your employer or client, such as LANs, WANs, intranets and extranets. You'll determine the specifications of the network and what computer Internet technology you'll need to implement the plans. You may also handle network security issues and network management. If you're interested in this career, you can expect fast 6% growth from 2016-2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (www.bls.gov). The BLS reported a May 2018 median income of $109,020.

Being a network and systems administrator involves providing support for a company's networks, such as installing new hardware and software, doing systems maintenance, training users, troubleshooting problems and monitoring network performance. The BLS reported this career would experience average growth of 6% between 2016 and 2026. The median wage of an administrator was $82,050 in May 2018.