Computer science (academically, CS, CSC or compsci) encompasses a variety of topics that relates to computation, like abstract analysis of algorithms, formal grammars, and subjects such as programming languages, program design, software and computer hardware. A computer is one that computes, where com- (with, together) joins putare (Latin root, to reckon, to think, or section as in to compare pieces), so by definition, computer science (Latin: scientia, knowledge) is the accumulated knowledge through scientific methodology by computation or by the use of the computer. Computer scientists study what programs can and cannot do (see computability), how programs can efficiently perform specific tasks (see algorithms and complexity), how programs should store and retrieve specific kinds of information (see data structures and databases), how programs might behave intelligently (see artificial intelligence), and how programs and people should communicate with each other (see human-computer interaction and user interfaces). Most research in computer science has focused on von Neumann computers or Turing machines (computation models that perform one small, deterministic step at a time). These models resemble, at a basic level, most real computers in use today. Computer scientists also study other models of computation, which includes parallel machines and theoretical models such as probabilistic, oracle, and quantum computers.

Informa tion technology (IT) or information and communication technology (ICT) is the technology required for information processing. In particular the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime.

Answered by Madhurima , an ibibo Master, at 6:23 PM on September 02, 2008

Computer Science is a subject in general dealing with computer hardware software. IT is a derived subject which is mainly involved in the management of inforamtion using computers.

Both computer science engineers and It engineers develop hardware and software. But the work done by IT engineers are mainly for the management of information.

Information technology (IT) or information and communication technology (ICT) is the technology required for information processing. In particular the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime.

Computer science has roots in electrical engineering, mathematics, and linguistics. In the last third of the 20th century computer science emerged as a distinct discipline and developed its own methods and terminology. The first computer science department in the United States was founded at Purdue University in 1962, while the first college entirely devoted to computer science was founded at Northeastern University in 1980. Prior to this, CS was taught as part of mathematics or engineering departments, for instance at the University of Cambridge in England and at the Gdansk University of Technology in Poland, respectively. Cambridge claims to have the world's oldest taught qualification in computing. Most universities today have specific departments devoted to computer science.

Answered by Nidhi Singh , an ibibo Master, at 1:49 PM on September 01, 2008

Computer science, or computing science, is the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.[1][2][3] Computer science has many sub-fields; some emphasize the computation of specific results (such as computer graphics), while others relate to properties of computational problems (such as computational complexity theory). Still others focus on the challenges in implementing computations. For example, programming language theory studies approaches to describing computations, while computer programming applies specific programming languages to solve specific computational problems. A further subfield, human-computer interaction, focuses on the challenges in making computers and computations useful, usable and universally accessible to people.

(Information Technology) Processing information by computer. IT is an umbrella term for the entire computer industry and its latest moniker, which took hold in the 1990s. It actually took 40 years before the industry settled on what to call itself. First it was "electronic data processing" (EDP), which was followed by "management information systems" (MIS) and then "information systems" (IS).

Answered by Shobhit , an ibibo Master, at 4:41 PM on August 28, 2008

The difference between computer science and IT are given below-

Computer Science is a subject in general dealing with computer hardware software. IT is a derived subject which is mainly involved in the management of inforamtion using computers.

Both computer science engineers and It engineers develop hardware and software. But the work done by IT engineers are mainly for the management of information.

Information technology (IT) or information and communication technology (ICT) is the technology required for information processing. In particular the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime.

Computer science has roots in electrical engineering, mathematics, and linguistics. In the last third of the 20th century computer science emerged as a distinct discipline and developed its own methods and terminology. The first computer science department in the United States was founded at Purdue University in 1962, while the first college entirely devoted to computer science was founded at Northeastern University in 1980. Prior to this, CS was taught as part of mathematics or engineering departments, for instance at the University of Cambridge in England and at the Gdansk University of Technology in Poland, respectively. Cambridge claims to have the world's oldest taught qualification in computing. Most universities today have specific departments devoted to computer science, while some conjoin it with engineering, with applied mathematics, or other disciplines.

Answered by Nagendra , an ibibo Master, at 10:10 PM on August 13, 2008

Computer science, or computing science, is the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and their implementation and application in computer systems.[1][2][3] Computer science has many sub-fields; some emphasize the computation of specific results (such as computer graphics), while others relate to properties of computational problems (such as computational complexity theory). Still others focus on the challenges in implementing computations. For example, programming language theory studies approaches to describing computations, while computer programming applies specific programming languages to solve specific computational problems. A further subfield, human-computer interaction, focuses on the challenges in making computers and computations useful, usable and universally accessible to people.

(Information Technology) Processing information by computer. IT is an umbrella term for the entire computer industry and its latest moniker, which took hold in the 1990s. It actually took 40 years before the industry settled on what to call itself. First it was "electronic data processing" (EDP), which was followed by "management information systems" (MIS) and then "information systems" (IS).

Answered by Nishu's , an ibibo Master, at 7:41 PM on August 13, 2008

Computer science (academically, CS, CSC or compsci) encompasses a variety of topics that relates to computation, like abstract analysis of algorithms, formal grammars, and subjects such as programming languages, program design, software and computer hardware. A computer is one that computes, where com- (with, together) joins putare (Latin root, to reckon, to think, or section as in to compare pieces), so by definition, computer science (Latin: scientia, knowledge) is the accumulated knowledge through scientific methodology by computation or by the use of the computer. Computer scientists study what programs can and cannot do (see computability), how programs can efficiently perform specific tasks (see algorithms and complexity), how programs should store and retrieve specific kinds of information (see data structures and databases), how programs might behave intelligently (see artificial intelligence), and how programs and people should communicate with each other (see human-computer interaction and user interfaces). Most research in computer science has focused on von Neumann computers or Turing machines (computation models that perform one small, deterministic step at a time). These models resemble, at a basic level, most real computers in use today. Computer scientists also study other models of computation, which includes parallel machines and theoretical models such as probabilistic, oracle, and quantum computers.

Informa tion technology (IT) or information and communication technology (ICT) is the technology required for information processing. In particular the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime.

Answered by Ashish Yadav , an ibibo Wizard, at 6:30 PM on August 13, 2008

Computer Science is a subject in general dealing with computer hardware software. IT is a derived subject which is mainly involved in the management of inforamtion using computers.

Both computer science engineers and It engineers develop hardware and software. But the work done by IT engineers are mainly for the management of information.


Computer science (academically, CS, CSC or compsci) encompasses a variety of topics that relates to computation, like abstract analysis of algorithms, formal grammars, and subjects such as programming languages, program design, software and computer hardware. A computer is one that computes, where com- (with, together) joins putare (Latin root, to reckon, to think, or section as in to compare pieces), so by definition, computer science (Latin: scientia, knowledge) is the accumulated knowledge through scientific methodology by computation or by the use of the computer. Computer scientists study what programs can and cannot do (see computability), how programs can efficiently perform specific tasks (see algorithms and complexity), how programs should store and retrieve specific kinds of information (see data structures and databases), how programs might behave intelligently (see artificial intelligence), and how programs and people should communicate with each other (see human-computer interaction and user interfaces). Most research in computer science has focused on von Neumann computers or Turing machines (computation models that perform one small, deterministic step at a time). These models resemble, at a basic level, most real computers in use today. Computer scientists also study other models of computation, which includes parallel machines and theoretical models such as probabilistic, oracle, and quantum computers.

While

Informa tion technology (IT) or information and communication technology (ICT) is the technology required for information processing. In particular the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information from anywhere, anytime.

Answered by jaivir , an ibibo Master, at 2:28 PM on August 13, 2008

CS vs. IT

Computer Science is the study of computers. You typically learn about hardware and operating systems. Things like registers, multitasking kernels, data buses, address buses. It's real techy stuff.

Information Technology is the more about the study of the use of computers to solve human/business problems. You study some programming, databases, applications, etc.

Here are more answers to the same question:

Computer Science is the science of computers whilst Information Technology may or may not be use computers or any form of computer science to do its evil deeds. Of course there is a big overlap but in general computer science handles the technical working of computers whilst IT is concerned more with information manipulation and the business requirements.

I think that computer scince is concerned with the principles an the concepts that are behined the emergence of IT. In other words, CS is acadimic studying of the S/W and H/W concepts but IT may have specific purposes to be studied.

From a very broad perspective, Computer Science is the study of the principles of computing. It helps you better understand how computers solve problems, what are the kinds of problems that a computer can solve and how one would present a problem to a computer. Abstract ideas that rely on fundamental mathematical theories are at the heart of Computer Science. Information Technology is the study of technology that drives Information Systems for businesses. Understanding what technology/tools can best meet the Information management needs of an organization is at the heart of IT. Familiarity with such tools is an essential for a successful IT professional. The interesting relation between the 2 fields lies in the fact that more often than not, it is Computer Scientists that design and develop these tools that an IT professional uses. Personally, I think that an adaptable Computer Scientist should not find it difficult to migrate to the field of IT (if he/she chooses to do so) by learning more about the technology that is predominatly used at his/her organization. An IT professional on the other hand, will have to go through a mathmatics/CS training in order to be a good computer scientist. In a nutshell, Computer Science is about understanding generic oncepts,whereas IT is about knowing more facts.

As a computer Scientist and now migrated towards Information Technology I can say that a computer science is the study of computer's design and operation. But Information Technology is the use of the computer for a specific purpose without knowing the details of how the computer is carrying on all these tasks.

First you have to understand the differences between science, engineering & technology. Science is a systematic & specialized way of thinking.A scientist thinks & makes principles & hypothesis. Engineering means the practical implementation of principles & hypothesis for the welfare of human beings with the help of machines. At first he makes drawings on the basis of principles, and then take it to real world for use. Technology always deals with OPTIMIZATION (MAXIMUM GAIN WITH MINIMUM EFFORTS)with the help of newer ssupports like computers & transfer machines. We use computer sc. as a tool. The aim of IT is to make our information more proffitable by making it recently & attractive.

Computer science is - "What is a computer and how it works?" Information tech. is - "what and how can i do with computers."

Computer Science is a part of IT. Computer Scientists are generally responsible of building the tools(OS, Compiler, Database...) used in IT, where as IT technicians are responsible of using these tools to make real world applications.

This question is very tricky and needs to be answered very carefully. The basic difference is that information technology is about transmitting informa

Answered by shaista , an ibibo Master, at 1:53 PM on August 13, 2008

Well Subrat , Computer Science is the study of computers. You typically learn about hardware and operating systems. Things like registers, multitasking kernels, data buses, address buses. It's real techy stuff.

Information Technology is the more about the study of the use of computers to solve human/business problems. You study some programming, databases, applications, etc.

Here are more answers to the same question:

* Computer Science is the science of computers whilst Information Technology may or may not be use computers or any form of computer science to do its evil deeds. Of course there is a big overlap but in general computer science handles the technical working of computers whilst IT is concerned more with information manipulation and the business requirements.

* I think that computer scince is concerned with the principles an the concepts that are behined the emergence of IT. In other words, CS is acadimic studying of the S/W and H/W concepts but IT may have specific purposes to be studied.

* From a very broad perspective, Computer Science is the study of the principles of computing. It helps you better understand how computers solve problems, what are the kinds of problems that a computer can solve and how one would present a problem to a computer. Abstract ideas that rely on fundamental mathematical theories are at the heart of Computer Science. Information Technology is the study of technology that drives Information Systems for businesses. Understanding what technology/tools can best meet the Information management needs of an organization is at the heart of IT. Familiarity with such tools is an essential for a successful IT professional. The interesting relation between the 2 fields lies in the fact that more often than not, it is Computer Scientists that design and develop these tools that an IT professional uses. Personally, I think that an adaptable Computer Scientist should not find it difficult to migrate to the field of IT (if he/she chooses to do so) by learning more about the technology that is predominatly used at his/her organization. An IT professional on the other hand, will have to go through a mathmatics/CS training in order to be a good computer scientist. In a nutshell, Computer Science is about understanding generic oncepts,whereas IT is about knowing more facts.

* As a computer Scientist and now migrated towards Information Technology I can say that a computer science is the study of computer's design and operation. But Information Technology is the use of the computer for a specific purpose without knowing the details of how the computer is carrying on all these tasks.

* First you have to understand the differences between science, engineering & technology. Science is a systematic & specialized way of thinking.A scientist thinks & makes principles & hypothesis. Engineering means the practical implementation of principles & hypothesis for the welfare of human beings with the help of machines. At first he makes drawings on the basis of principles, and then take it to real world for use. Technology always deals with OPTIMIZATION (MAXIMUM GAIN WITH MINIMUM EFFORTS)with the help of newer ssupports like computers & transfer machines. We use computer sc. as a tool. The aim of IT is to make our information more proffitable by making it recently & attractive.

* Computer science is - "What is a computer and how it works?" Information tech. is - "what and how can i do with computers."

* Computer Science is a part of IT. Computer Scientists are generally responsible of building the tools(OS, Compiler, Database...) used in IT, where as IT technicians are responsible of using these tools to make real world applications.

* This question is very tricky and needs to be answered very carefully. The basic difference is that information technology is about trans

Answered by Alok Gupta , an ibibo Guru, at 1:05 PM on August 13, 2008

well,Computer Science is the study of computers. You typically learn about hardware and operating systems. Things like registers, multitasking kernels, data buses, address buses. It's real techy stuff.

Information Technology is the more about the study of the use of computers to solve human/business problems. You study some programming, databases, applications, etc.

Here are more answers to the same question:

* Computer Science is the science of computers whilst Information Technology may or may not be use computers or any form of computer science to do its evil deeds. Of course there is a big overlap but in general computer science handles the technical working of computers whilst IT is concerned more with information manipulation and the business requirements.

* I think that computer scince is concerned with the principles an the concepts that are behined the emergence of IT. In other words, CS is acadimic studying of the S/W and H/W concepts but IT may have specific purposes to be studied.

* From a very broad perspective, Computer Science is the study of the principles of computing. It helps you better understand how computers solve problems, what are the kinds of problems that a computer can solve and how one would present a problem to a computer. Abstract ideas that rely on fundamental mathematical theories are at the heart of Computer Science. Information Technology is the study of technology that drives Information Systems for businesses. Understanding what technology/tools can best meet the Information management needs of an organization is at the heart of IT. Familiarity with such tools is an essential for a successful IT professional. The interesting relation between the 2 fields lies in the fact that more often than not, it is Computer Scientists that design and develop these tools that an IT professional uses. Personally, I think that an adaptable Computer Scientist should not find it difficult to migrate to the field of IT (if he/she chooses to do so) by learning more about the technology that is predominatly used at his/her organization. An IT professional on the other hand, will have to go through a mathmatics/CS training in order to be a good computer scientist. In a nutshell, Computer Science is about understanding generic oncepts,whereas IT is about knowing more facts.

* As a computer Scientist and now migrated towards Information Technology I can say that a computer science is the study of computer's design and operation. But Information Technology is the use of the computer for a specific purpose without knowing the details of how the computer is carrying on all these tasks.

* First you have to understand the differences between science, engineering & technology. Science is a systematic & specialized way of thinking.A scientist thinks & makes principles & hypothesis. Engineering means the practical implementation of principles & hypothesis for the welfare of human beings with the help of machines. At first he makes drawings on the basis of principles, and then take it to real world for use. Technology always deals with OPTIMIZATION (MAXIMUM GAIN WITH MINIMUM EFFORTS)with the help of newer ssupports like computers & transfer machines. We use computer sc. as a tool. The aim of IT is to make our information more proffitable by making it recently & attractive.

* Computer science is - "What is a computer and how it works?" Information tech. is - "what and how can i do with computers."

* Computer Science is a part of IT. Computer Scientists are generally responsible of building the tools(OS, Compiler, Database...) used in IT, where as IT technicians are responsible of using these tools to make real world applications.

* This question is very tricky and needs to be answered very carefully. The basic difference is that information technology is about transmitting i

Answered by Debashis , an ibibo Master, at 12:58 PM on August 13, 2008