I got my BS in EE, then ended up doing consulting work in IT for 5 years. Mostly systems, networks, and telecomm; no coding. After some time I decided to go back for a Master in IS when Penn State started an IS program with an emphasis on security. I've found the classes interesting (especially the computer forensics class) and since I already have the more nuts and bolts tech down, this is suited well for me.
My take on CS vs. IS (without knowing how the specific program you're going to go into is structured) is go for CS if you want to get into the nitty gritty, and IS if you want to stay a step back. Usually, programs have electives so you can take some classes in the other program in areas of interest.
The other thing to remember is that unless you have a specific job goal when you graduate, the difference between which degree you get is small. Like I said, I have a BS EE and I have never did any professional EE work yet, and at this point probably couldn't. Like you said, you like to dabble in many things, so whichever program you pursue, you can always work on projects in the other field (personal, part of a group).
Probably the best thing to do is look at the schools' you are interested in, and check out their programs. Go for the one that looks the most interesting. This is why I haven't gone back to school until now- I couldn't find a masters program that really interested me. Once the security program came out, I enrolled.
"The three top candidates have all had divorces involving infidelity. "
This is your big example? Bill Clinton was doing Lewinsky in the Oval Office, and everyone just fave him a big atta boy. You may want to pick your choice of scandal better next time.
"My personal rule with portable electronics like this is that you should never pay more than $150 for whatever you're getting because they have a nasty habit of breaking."
I don't need all this fancy shit. I won't get an iPhone because I don't need all this fancy shit. For a phone, I just want a phone, though a pic phone might be ok just so I can get a pic of various weird shit I see once in a while.
I don't want SMS, I don't want IM. I want to be left alone unless you -really- need to talk to me. I don't want "Hey, I just hit a par -3!" I don't need to bluetooth songs; I can hum to myself nicely. I don't need video on a damn phone. Ok, voice dialing while driving is a plus.
I don't need all this crazy shit everyone wants! If you suddenly tossed all of the "it doesn't have X" back 20 years they'd have a heart attack. Like I said, I don't have a need to be techno man with a Batman belt. I'd rather be less of a geek to be able to be more part of my family.
Why does everyone think that everything they buy -have- to conform to their own agenda just because they buy it? If you need constant cell phone service, get a phone with user changeable batteries. No one is forcing you to buy and iPhone.
"last time I had a problem with someone talking for more than 15 seconds ANYWHERE in the theater was....many years ago."
You just have to avoid the times when all the teenagers go to the movies, ie. Friday and Saturday nights. My wife and I go to "adult" movies in the early afternoon, and for "kid" movies later at night. Of course, we don't have kids yet.
"I would honestly wonder why you were willing to even consider a job that far beneath you, especially if better, more challenging jobs that match your skillset are available."
I'm with the parent- I have a BS EE and now working on a MSIS, yet I have trouble finding work in the industry. Maybe I'm a poor interviewee. I've spent the last 3 years working in lawn service and dock unloading. I've heard enough stories here about "can do the talk, but can't do the walk" yet they get the job that I'm creeping into the bitter zone.
So, yeah, I can see why someone would drop down just to be in the industry again rather than lifting boxes for a paycheck.
Actually, I wasn't trolling. I was doing some, admittedly out there, extrapolation down the road.
And yes, I've had my prostate checked recently (and though it was a woman, she was no where even close to attractive- I thought she was a butch lesbian for about 2 years until she grew her hair out). And I was playing up the "mandatory" part of it.
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Sorry to respond to myself, but I forgot to point out that I was talking about Information SCIENCE, not Technology.
I wouldn't go with Info Tech, probably, unless it's structured like an IS program.
As the above people said, Info Tech is less technical than Info Sci, which a bit less technical than CS.
Sorry I was clearer the first time.
I got my BS in EE, then ended up doing consulting work in IT for 5 years. Mostly systems, networks, and telecomm; no coding. After some time I decided to go back for a Master in IS when Penn State started an IS program with an emphasis on security. I've found the classes interesting (especially the computer forensics class) and since I already have the more nuts and bolts tech down, this is suited well for me.
My take on CS vs. IS (without knowing how the specific program you're going to go into is structured) is go for CS if you want to get into the nitty gritty, and IS if you want to stay a step back. Usually, programs have electives so you can take some classes in the other program in areas of interest.
The other thing to remember is that unless you have a specific job goal when you graduate, the difference between which degree you get is small. Like I said, I have a BS EE and I have never did any professional EE work yet, and at this point probably couldn't. Like you said, you like to dabble in many things, so whichever program you pursue, you can always work on projects in the other field (personal, part of a group).
Probably the best thing to do is look at the schools' you are interested in, and check out their programs. Go for the one that looks the most interesting. This is why I haven't gone back to school until now- I couldn't find a masters program that really interested me. Once the security program came out, I enrolled.
Good luck!
"The three top candidates have all had divorces involving infidelity. "
This is your big example? Bill Clinton was doing Lewinsky in the Oval Office, and everyone just fave him a big atta boy. You may want to pick your choice of scandal better next time.
Excellent!
I had to add you as a friend for that.
"Of course the ideal would be if we could develop a cheap digital permanent storage that had guaranteed physical longevity, say several millenia"
But would it be compatible with Office 5007 or OO v3452.23?
Just to be annoying-
:)
"My personal rule with portable electronics like this is that you should never pay more than $150 for whatever you're getting because they have a nasty habit of breaking."
Good luck on finding that laptop.
I figured that the theatre would not allow that because of the possibility of people tripping on the cord.
However, I mentioned this to someone, and they told me that there are portable microwaves that can run off batteries! Just not for very long.
I just hope this guy didn't situate the 'wave over his family jewels.
I know that I'm the heretic here, but...
I don't need all this fancy shit. I won't get an iPhone because I don't need all this fancy shit. For a phone, I just want a phone, though a pic phone might be ok just so I can get a pic of various weird shit I see once in a while.
I don't want SMS, I don't want IM. I want to be left alone unless you -really- need to talk to me. I don't want "Hey, I just hit a par -3!" I don't need to bluetooth songs; I can hum to myself nicely. I don't need video on a damn phone. Ok, voice dialing while driving is a plus.
I don't need all this crazy shit everyone wants! If you suddenly tossed all of the "it doesn't have X" back 20 years they'd have a heart attack. Like I said, I don't have a need to be techno man with a Batman belt. I'd rather be less of a geek to be able to be more part of my family.
Fool, everyone knows that air guitar get you all the chicks!
I now preemptively welcome our iPhone Skynet masters.
Way to go!
Hmmm. Got no answer for that. Well, I'm glad for you.
Has anyone had a battery die on them yet? No? So do we even have an idea about how long the battery will last? No?
Wow, the complaining about this may have even exceeded Vista for complaints before NOTHING happened.
If it doesn't work for you, then don't get it.
Why does everyone think that everything they buy -have- to conform to their own agenda just because they buy it? If you need constant cell phone service, get a phone with user changeable batteries. No one is forcing you to buy and iPhone.
And if you don't have one, why do you care?
"One guy brought a miniature microwave oven in to a movie and popped his own pop corn."
How did he power it?
"last time I had a problem with someone talking for more than 15 seconds ANYWHERE in the theater was....many years ago."
You just have to avoid the times when all the teenagers go to the movies, ie. Friday and Saturday nights. My wife and I go to "adult" movies in the early afternoon, and for "kid" movies later at night. Of course, we don't have kids yet.
Oops, sorry, I got Rosen confused with an actual senator.
Don't like the RIAA either, though.
"Hillary Rosen was on the ground in Iraq in the very very early days begging the new Iraqi government to adopt her proposals on copyright."
I have not heard this. Are you f'n serious! She did this! I seriously hate some politicians.
Also, thank you for your service.
"Showing the recording of the movie to friends without an exchange of money or physical property should not be illegal."
I agree, my 50 million BitTorrent friends also agree.
"How many of you have honestly worked on a neighbors computer without at least taking a look into ~\My Music\?"
Me
"I would honestly wonder why you were willing to even consider a job that far beneath you, especially if better, more challenging jobs that match your skillset are available."
I'm with the parent- I have a BS EE and now working on a MSIS, yet I have trouble finding work in the industry. Maybe I'm a poor interviewee. I've spent the last 3 years working in lawn service and dock unloading. I've heard enough stories here about "can do the talk, but can't do the walk" yet they get the job that I'm creeping into the bitter zone.
So, yeah, I can see why someone would drop down just to be in the industry again rather than lifting boxes for a paycheck.
For all you know it could have been pics of 3 30 year old guys triple teaming an 8 year old.
You down with that?
Call Homeland Security! We have a Level 5 Fruit Alert!
"Above 17 steps...."
This is why I won't deal with Windows at home anymore. Ok, only 5 steps, but that's 4 too many.
Actually, I wasn't trolling. I was doing some, admittedly out there, extrapolation down the road.
And yes, I've had my prostate checked recently (and though it was a woman, she was no where even close to attractive- I thought she was a butch lesbian for about 2 years until she grew her hair out). And I was playing up the "mandatory" part of it.
If it was YOUR choice, not some bureaucrat. Like I said, slippery slope.