information technology

Offers advice to library staff members who are responsible for technology training, discussing the link between traditional library skills and training abilities, reviewing training principles, and discussing learning styles, activities, motivation, planning, workshops, best practices, and other topics.

Examines the impact that changes in technology and information systems have had on city planning and design.

Argues that humans will have to keep pace with machines in order to become prosperous in the future and identifies strategies and policies for businesses and individuals to use to combine digital processing power with human ingenuity.

From data scientists to computer vision engineers, the information technology field offers careers focused on the latest in technology. Information technology employs nearly 6 million individuals and is one of the fastest growing fields. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.

"When the technologies we use every day collapse our experiences into 24/7 availability, platforms for personal branding, and products to be monetized, nothing can be quite so radical as . . . doing nothing. Here, Jenny Odell sends up a flare from the heart of Silicon Valley, delivering an action plan to resist capitalist narratives of productivity and techno-determinism, and to become more meaningfully connected in the process"--Provided by publisher.

In our modern digital world and information economy, information technology (IT) specialists maintain the vast and constant flow of information and e-commerce throughout the nation and world. This book gets readers started on the road to landing a job in a lucrative and fascinating field that will only continue to expand in the coming years. Whether managing office computer systems, building and overseeing databases and other network and telecommunications infrastructure, or working at a customer help desk, novice IT hopefuls will find concrete beginning steps to their education and career in this book, including techniques and tips for their job searches and general career advancement.

"Computers and other types of technology have changed our lives in ways never imagined. Computers help us work better and faster. Readers will learn about the many positive impacts of computers in society. They'll also read about the many negative impacts, such as threats to our privacy and security and a potential decrease in physical activity. Students will be encouraged to think about the role technology plays in their everyday lives"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the benefits of bringing the outside world into the library through the use of social media, videoconferencing and other tools that allow librarians to partner with others. Then they expand upon these connections by addressing how librarians can lead in the greater educational community by sharing resources and strategies, and partnering with school leaders to tell the story of the school community"--Amazon.

Discusses personal data management, covering how to protect personal data, what data is at risk, how to create a strong password, and more.

"Demand for information technology workers continues to grow at a pace that is unmatched in other industries. Database administrator, mobile app developer, and cybersecurity analyst are just a few of the jobs discussed in Careers in Info Tech. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Amazon.