Kim Uhing 9/23/2019 9:52 AM Period 2

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY REPORT 

A Guide to Emerging Technologies and Career Opportunities

Following the Trends

E merging technologies are developments for which the science is understood, but the potential is
unfulfilled. (Bitpipe.com)©

In computer technology, some of the exciting developments to watch include optical and quantum
computing, 3D display, holographic storage, and accelerated processing units. Following is an overview of a few
specific areas where emerging technology may impact our lives in the not-too-distant future.

Information Systems
Emerging technologies in information systems are tools for managing vast amounts of data and information
stored in complex networks and databases. Careers in this area tend to offer rewarding salaries. (See Salary
Information on page 2.)

Operating Systems
A real time operating system (RTOS) controls a real time computer system,
which is one that responds to input signals fast enough to keep an operation
moving at its required speed.

Communications

C ommunications tools have made it possible to communicate with people around the world, at any time,
from almost any location. Most people are familiar with e-mail, instant messaging, telephones, and text
messaging. Many use voice-over-Internet protocol and Web cameras.

Social networking groups let people with similar interests find each other and share information, no matter
where they live or work.

Businesses and organizations make use of global surveys conducted via the Internet to learn what people
around the world are thinking, doing, buying, and more.

Search engines are evolving rapidly into specialized research tools. They quickly plow through the vast array of
data stored online to locate and retrieve the exact bit of information someone is looking for.

Life is easier and more interesting because people can communicate across time and distance.

Developing Trends in Computer Technology

Optical computing™
Quantum computing
3D display®
Holographic storage
Accelerated processing
Video communications
Table 1 Developing Trends

pg. 1
Kim Uhing 9/23/2019 9:52 AM Period 2

Career Opportunities

T he outlook for career opportunities in computer and information systems technology is bright. According
to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, opportunities and job growth in these fields are expanding.
There are many different types of positions in this field. Following are the BLS descriptions of some of the
more notable (Bureau of Labor Statistics):

Computer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct research, and facilitate the
computer-related activities of firms. They help determine both technical and business goals in consultation with
top management and make detailed plans for the accomplishment of these goals.

Computer programmers write, test, and maintain the instructions that computers follow to perform their
functions. Programmers also conceive, design, and test logical structures for solving problems by computer.

Computer software engineers apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design,
development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work.

Database administrators work with database management systems software and determine ways to organize
and store data. They identify user needs and set up new computer databases. They also test and coordinate
modifications to the system when needed, and troubleshoot problems when they occur. An organization’s
database administrator ensures the performance of the system, understands the platform on which the
database runs, and adds new users to the system.

Network systems and data communications analysts design, test, and evaluate systems such as local area
networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), the Internet, intranets, and other data communications systems.
They perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, often requiring both hardware and software solutions.
Analysts also may research related products and make necessary hardware and software recommendations.

Telecommunications specialists1 focus on the interaction between computer and communications equipment.
These workers design voice and data communication systems, supervise the installation of the systems, and
provide maintenance and other services to clients after the systems are installed.

Quentin R. Mosquera

Figure 1 bAZINGA

1
This information is from a Mircosoft Office Text Book
pg. 2
Kim Uhing 9/23/2019 9:52 AM Period 2

Salary Information

The Robert Half Technology 2012 Salary Guide lists the following annual salary ranges for various computer and information systems manager positions

(Robert Half Technology).

Career Salary Range

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) $116,500–$181,750
Systems Security Administrator $81,500–$112,500
Systems Engineer $66,750–$97,000
Information Technology Manager $88,250–$127,000
Technical Services Manager $68,000–$96,750
Table 2 Salary Information

ITEM NEEDED
Books 1
Magazines 3
Notebooks 1
Paper pads 1
Pens 3
Pencils 2
Highlighter 2 colors
Scissors 1 pair

To Top

pg. 3