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Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Technical Support and Services, Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Database Software, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, Computer Security Awareness Training, Computer Programming, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Project Management
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Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Office, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Collaborative Software, System Support, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Application Security, Cloud Computing
Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, IT professionals with specialized skills are highly sought after across many industries. A career in IT provides the opportunity to harness your technical expertise to drive innovation and streamline business processes. Delve into the diverse career paths, critical skills, and various roles within the IT field to embark on a fulfilling and impactful career that shapes the future of technology.
Interested in IT support? Find out more about what an IT support specialist does and popular IT certifications.
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![[Featured Image] A worker holds a laptop computer in a server room.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/6l9HwNsphtmPH5oO3W6knv/12f67af6c8359923922cabb5b0dadcb7/GettyImages-1347879996.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured Image] A professional works in an office at a desktop computer.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/61Kh9XrqOWr9jTQ9XuedlP/60adaf6a5e262da5c25f990504d9708f/GettyImages-1073867510.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is using a shell script on their laptop.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1BWk9oAm7RbjHc7rhjq7Uu/c638b41cc0399565166cdafe75ae8b51/4Zlq48Hb.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] Three people stand around a computer in a server room discussing ephemeral ports.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/1nwhSPFfFihVOMIDLhUV4I/26f36a56baab3a8669f3a849f56ef126/GettyImages-672157207.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[FEATURED IMAGE] A computer support specialist wearing a headset looks ahead at a desktop computer screen.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/KioI6gaX3jUsQ2WhaqE5L/a820f8a85dc4f34969e273ef18651cd6/GettyImages-2196353222.jpg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is sitting outside on a lounge chair reading about PGP on their tablet.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/41VdyvKtkarGq64lwMmIz5/d269258bdba227f1c9cd1b92e3802bad/b4gJ7fvy.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is on their laptop taking notes on FAT32.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/7EfkvnKjbASVJJAcfrGJyU/adbe472ade1ce1c92605c01aebff6aeb/0a6xMFzT.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is on a balcony using their laptop to learn about IPv6.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/7B2EUNY2Tw5BgXnkQwy2FE/c89c760379a9290ec3e0beb2b6948637/tdaOTEln.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] A learner is on their laptop learning about LDAP and how it works.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/3OjazONWhRzfVoAewndo79/970716841dcdf1f13596c583073e3b03/gtByy1Po.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
![[Featured image] An IT support specialist is reading about MAC addresses on their phone while walking and holding a mug.](https://images.ctfassets.net/wp1lcwdav1p1/73FkaKbWU7CIiXmMxc19Ir/6b21e29a585f176cf5f3796c1de83e96/W4wxX8Y8.jpeg?w=330&h=216&q=60&fit=fill&f=faces&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
