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Information Technology – A Definition:

We use the term information technology or IT to refer to an entire industry. In actuality, information technology is the use of computers and software to manage information. In some companies, this is referred to as Management Information Services (or MIS) or simply as Information Services (or IS). The information technology department of a large company would be responsible for storing information, protecting information, processing the information, transmitting the information as necessary, and later retrieving information as necessary.

History of Information Technology:

In relative terms, it wasn't long ago that the Information Technology department might have consisted of a single Computer Operator, who might be storing data on magnetic tape, and then putting it in a box down in the basement somewhere. The history of information technology is fascinating! Check out these history of information technology resources for information on everything from the history of IT to electronics inventions and even the top 10 IT bugs.

Modern Information Technology Departments:

In order to perform the complex functions required of information technology departments today, the modern Information Technology Department would use computers, servers, database management systems, and cryptography. The department would be made up of several System Administrators, Database Administrators and at least one Information Technology Manager. The group usually reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Popular Information Technology Skills:

Some of the most popular information technology skills at the moment are:

• Computer Networking
• Information Security
• IT Governance
• ITIL
• Business Intelligence
• Linux
• Unix
• Project Management

For more information about technical skills that are popular in the job market, check out the IT Career Skills List..

Information Technology Certifications:

Having a solid education and specific specialty certifications is the best way to progress in an information technology career. Here are some of the more popular information technology certifications:

• Information Security Certifications
• Oracle DBA Certifications
• Microsoft Certifications
• Cisco Certifications
• PMP Certification

Jobs in IT:

There can be a lot of overlap between many of the job descriptions within information technology departments. In order to clarify the descriptions, skills and career paths of each, I have put together a Jobs in IT listing. The jobs in IT listing includes information on education and training required for each position. It also includes lists of companies that typically have IT jobs open, as well as links to IT-specific resumes, cover letters and IT interview questions.

Information Technology - Trends:

Information Technology Departments will be increasingly concerned with data storage and management, and will find that information security will continue to be at the top of the priority list. Cloud computing remains a growing area to watch. The job outlook for those within Information Technology is strong, with data security and server gurus amongst the highest paid techies. Check out the Information Security Certifications and Highest Paying Certifications for more information. In order to stay current in the Information Technology Industry, be sure you subscribe to top technology industry publications.

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GbpUsd Broad moves are dollar driven with a retracement on the back of the German Zew news. Pair is constructive under 1.5497, after which it heads for 1.5724 via 1.5565. On the downside stops to be triggered at 1.5447 and 1.5417 with a firm floor in at 1.5337. UsdJpy Neckline in at 94.56 (strong support tested twice) as consolidation (Head and shoulders) seems to have ended, a break below would retest 3-month lows. Initial support at 96.19 and 95.63. On the upside 96.70 stands as initial resistance, with short term target at 97.85. UsdChf last week’s intervention on the part of the SNB has subsided; we broke all stops and put in a new weekly bottom at 1.1092. On the upside we see a resistance at 1.1127 with a daily target at 1.1264, via 1.1165. Strong floor in at 1.1040. Resistance and Support: EURUSD GBPUSD USDJPY USDCHF 1.3741 1.5724 97.85 1.1264 1.3661 1.5565 97.14 1.1164 1.3646 1.5497 96.70 1.1127 1.3625 1.5484 96.33 1.1125 1.3600 1.5447 96.19 1.1092 1.3539 1.5417 95.63 1.1092 1.3424 1.5337 94.56 1.1040 S: Strong, M: Minor, T: Trendline, K: Keylevel, P: Pivot

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GBP/USD

1.5467 - 1.5471

Day -0.03% H 1.5499 L 1.5462

S3	S2	S1	R1	R2	R3
1.5445	1.5454	1.5463	1.5481	1.5490	1.5500

[?]Trend Index	[?]OB/OS Index
Neutral	Neutral
Data updated on May 20 at 02:10 (15-minute timeframe)

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Pivot Points

	S3	S2	S1	Pivot	R1	R2	R3
Classic	1.5104	1.5199	1.5335	1.543	1.5566	1.5661	1.5797
Camarilla	1.5408	1.543	1.5451	1.543	1.5493	1.5514	1.5536
Data updated on May 19 at 23:59 (end of day)

Moving Averages

	EMA5	EMA10	EMA20	EMA50	SMA100	SMA200
Value	1.5478	1.5479	1.5481	1.5475	1.5447	1.5349
BIAS	Sell	Sell	Sell	Buy	Buy	Buy
Data updated on May 20 at 02:10 (15-minute timeframe)

Technicals

	RSI(14)	STOCH(13,3,3)	MACD(25,9)	ADX(14)	CCI(14)	ATR(14)
Value	47.0504	34.7339	0.0001	16.2528	-90.2076	0.0017
BIAS	Neutral	Neutral	Buy	Neutral	Sell	More Volatility
Data updated on May 20 at 02:10 (15-minute timeframe)

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	Doji	Piercing Line	Dark Cloud Cover	Engulfing Bullish	Engulfing Bearish	Evening Star	Morning Star	Shooting Star	Hammer	Harami Bullish	Harami Bearish
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