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Computer Science and Database Administration
Increasing use of computer and information technology has spurred the need for workers with specialized skills which include database administrators, computer scientists, and network system analysts. Job duties and specializations continue to change as technology evolves.
Computer scientists can be inventors, researchers, or theorists. Computer scientists with theoretical expertise apply their knowledge to fix problems and develop new technology which can include hardware development, complex theory, and programming-language development. Certain researchers develop virtual reality technology or develop robots. Computer scientists can work with other specialists such as electrical engineers.
Computer science researchers working at schools have similar job responsibilities as other computer scientists. Those working for schools usually have more time to focus on theoretical applications while those working for other organizations focus on company projects intended to generate revenue. Some researchers in the private sector have more flexibility determining research projects.
The Internet has made large quantities of data accessible, so there is an increasing need to extract, store, and manage data. Database administrators specialize in database management systems, software used to store and organize data. These administrators remove data from old systems, transfer it to new systems, and fix technical problems. Since databases are connected to the internet, and more sensitive information is transmitted online, database administrators coordinate with network administrators to develop network security.
Network systems and data communications analysts, also known as network architects, design networks such as (LANs), local area networks, (WANs), intranets, the internet and other networks. Network connections can include the linking of two offices to globally integrated networks. Network systems and data communications analysts use hardware and software to perform network analysis and planning. Some networks may require hubs, routers, cables and wireless adapters in conjunction with software or network drivers. Analysts may also conduct research and make recommendations.
Telecommunication specialists integrate computers and communication equipment, including voice and data communication systems. They also install and maintain communication systems.
The expansion of the internet has led to the creation of numerous specialists working on websites and servers. Webmasters are responsible to maintain websites, and if necessary, improve the function and speed of the site. Internet developers or web developers, also known as web designers, design, create, and update websites.
Work environment. Computer scientists and database administrators usually work 40 hour weeks in comfortable offices, but sometimes they work nights and weekends to resolve technical problems or meet deadlines. Telecommuting has enabled computer scientists to increase productivity, but for security reasons, some work must be done at the office.
Computer scientists may experience back pain, eye strain, or carpal tunnel syndrome from working in front of computers all day.
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