What is the difference between Information Sciences and Technology and Computer Science?
IST bridges the gap between creators and users of IT. It uses hardware and software (and other types of information technology), as well as communications and business skills to solve problems in any field. The primary focus is on computer, behavioral, and social sciences. Many students that enroll into IST have the following in common: • They enjoy using technology • They like working with people • They like the challenge of solving problems • They are comfortable working with math • They want to make a difference Computer science uses math and physics to design and create the computer software. It develops creators of IT and its primary focus is on mathematics and physics. Its foundation is based on building and deconstructing operating systems.
