IT
Digital systems field
IT stands for information technology—the field encompassing computers, networks, software, and digital infrastructure.
In workplaces, the IT department handles technical support and systems: Call IT if your computer crashes, She works in IT. (Lowercase it is the pronoun.)
One who attends tables
- databaseOrganized digital information collection
- networkInterconnected system
- systemConnected parts forming whole
- hardwareMetal goods and fittings
software · cloud · mainframe · data center · virtualization · storage · backup · deployment
Computer systems manager
- developerOne who builds things
- engineerTechnical design professional
- analystOne who examines systematically
- consultantProfessional advice provider
architect · specialist · administrator · contractor · certifications · information technology
Assistance service point
- troubleshootingSystematic fault diagnosis
- ticketEntry permit slip
- technicianSkilled practical worker
- remote accessConnecting to systems elsewhere
installation · upgrade · maintenance · FAQ · knowledge base · escalation · onboarding · end user
Protection of digital systems
- encryptionConverting data into code
- malwareHarmful computer programs
- phishingFraudulent credential harvesting
- antivirusMalware detection program
breach · ransomware · hacking · vulnerability · intrusion · authentication · password · access control
Packet-forwarding network device
- switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
- firewallNetwork access control system
- ethernetWired networking standard
- bandwidthData transmission capacity
latency · protocol · LAN · WAN · VPN · IP address · subnet · gateway
Symbolic communication system
- software developmentCreating computer programs
- debuggingError removal from programs
- algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
- syntaxRules for arranging words
compiler · scripting · variables · functions · API · source code · version control · Git
server
One who attends tables
- databaseOrganized digital information collection
- networkInterconnected system
- systemConnected parts forming whole
hardware · software · cloud · mainframe · data center · virtualization · storage · backup · deployment · configuration
sysadmin
Computer systems manager
- developerOne who builds things
- engineerTechnical design professional
- analystOne who examines systematically
consultant · architect · specialist · administrator · contractor · certifications · information technology
help desk
Assistance service point
- troubleshootingSystematic fault diagnosis
- ticketEntry permit slip
- technicianSkilled practical worker
remote access · installation · upgrade · maintenance · FAQ · knowledge base · escalation · onboarding · end user · workstation
cybersecurity
Protection of digital systems
- encryptionConverting data into code
- malwareHarmful computer programs
- phishingFraudulent credential harvesting
antivirus · breach · ransomware · hacking · vulnerability · intrusion · authentication · password · access control · penetration testing
router
Packet-forwarding network device
- switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
- firewallNetwork access control system
- ethernetWired networking standard
bandwidth · latency · protocol · LAN · WAN · VPN · IP address · subnet · gateway · topology
code
Symbolic communication system
- software developmentCreating computer programs
- debuggingError removal from programs
- algorithmFinite problem-solving procedure
syntax · compiler · scripting · variables · functions · API · source code · version control · Git · framework
- careersdoctor, lawyer, teacher, engineer, nurse
- tech industrysoftware, computers, semiconductors, hardware, Amazon
- departmentsdepartment, HR department, finance department, legal department, marketing department
- Rebooted FranchisesSpider-Man, Batman, Star Trek, Planet of the Apes, Ghostbusters
- Business AcronymsSKU, UPC, CEO, COO, POS
- city departmentsfire department, public safety, city planning, city attorney, water department
Work done bodily
non-digital · low-tech · handicraft · pen and paper · physical plant
ITsales
Revenue from goods moved
marketing · operations · front office · customer service · business development