IT infrastructure is closely related to Computer Science, but it is generally considered a distinct subfield within the broader realm of Information Technology (IT) and Computer Engineering rather than core theoretical Computer Science.
Here's a breakdown:
Belongs to (or is closely related to):
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Information Technology (IT)
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Computer Engineering
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Applied Computer Science
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Systems Administration / Network Engineering
Less central to:
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Theoretical Computer Science (e.g., algorithms, computation theory, formal languages)
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Computer Science research fields like artificial intelligence, computational complexity, or programming languages
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In universities, IT infrastructure may be taught in:
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Information Technology programs
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Computer Information Systems (CIS)
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Computer Engineering
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Some Computer Science departments (especially applied or systems-focused tracks)
