what is the difference between "Computer Science" and "Computer Applications"?
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It's the difference between theory and applications.\n\nComputer science teached you mainly the algorithms and theory behind the algorithms.\n\nHowever, Computer Applications would teach you the implementation of those theories.\n\nComputer Engineering would be a mix of Software and hardware(encompassing concepts from electrical and Electronics engineering).
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In many markets the terms programmer and software engineer are used interchangeably.\n\nTechincally, a Software Engineer is someone who has a degree in Computer Science (usually from an engineering college). A software engineer studies programming, system architecture, database theory, and other computer-related topics. \n\nA person who possesses these same skills, even without such a degree, and who has worked for a period of time in this role might also be called a software engineer. It is up to the hirer to determine if this person has the necessarey skills.  Often, proven industry experience is enough. This is why job requirements often read "Software Engineer Wanted - BS or MS in Computer Science or 8+ years demonstrated experience".\n\nA Computer Programmer is someone that knows how to write programs in a specific language. He/she may or may not have the systems architecture, operating systems, and database training and skills that a Software Engineer has. And those skills may not be required. \n\nThere is no such common title as Computer Engineer in the US. This is typically what someone who does not understand the business mught call someone in the business. Ex. "My nephew is a computer engineer" conveys that the nephew is in the business but does actually describe the role.
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The basic difference is Comp.Sci. Engg is tightly coupled with s/w and h/w where as IT. Engg is purely s/w oriented for this sake only people are prefering Comp.Sci.Engg.Hope this enough for u'r knowledge take care and Byeeeeeeeeee.
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Most computers are an integral part of the products we use including consumer electronics, automobiles, home appliances, cell phones and all the industrial products that contain computers. But wherever there's a computer, you also have software programs that tell the computer what to do. Since the computers and their software are dedicated as part of the consumer or industrial product, engineers refer to those types of computer and software applications as being "embedded" as opposed to your  PC for example that uses general purpose software applications like Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Apple Itunes etc in addition to the special purpose embedded software like device drivers.
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Compurter programming is a part of computer science. so learn Computer science, it will teach you fundamentals.
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hmmm MCA... hope you are talking about master of computer applications not anyother MCA.... it is on pure software track... may be some colleges include some basic hardware courses but not that much in detail... mainly aim to generate software engineers so stress is more on programming and that also on latest technologies... ppl consider it equvivalent to BE....
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Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts\nThe difference is, you take mostly the same classes for your major, but you have to take other classes to qualify for the degree.  For BA, you need foreign language, for BS more computer science (like 1-2 classes, not much) and math.  And the other guy was right, it does depend on the school.
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Theoretical computer science is the collection of topics of computer science that focuses on the more abstract and mathematical aspects of computing, such as the theory of computation, analysis of algorithms and semantics of programming languages.
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Computer Science is as much math as it is computers.  Much of the work in CS is designing algorithms, which are often independent of the computers they will be used on.\n\nIf you enjoy working with computers, but don't know much, and want to go into a technical field like programming or systems analysis, then CS should be fine for you, but you also need to like math.  If you're not fond of either computers or math, then it's definitely the wrong major.\n\nIf you just want to learn about computers, there are many courses available that teach you how to use them.  CS is an in-depth approach to the mathematics in computers, not a way to learn how to use them.
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hardware- this is the tangible parts of the computer, it consists of the output and input devices. such as monitor, mouse, etc.\n\nsoftware- this is the program that runs the computer, this is what the computer needs to run and process data.\n\npeopleware- this is the people who uses the computers. obviously, computers can't work without people to run them.
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No they are not the same. Information technology is more with they systems and the science part deals with more of the program.
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B.Sc. in Computer Science is more towards programming ( mainly in language and software programming); where as B. Tech. in IT deals with technical stuff such as hardware (CPU, Memory card, motherboard, machine configuration, etc.),  networking/cabling, etc.
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Here is my two cents.  Computer programming is a skill where you are able to tell the computer what to do by creating a clear, and specific set of instructions called an algorithm.    This is accomplished by many different flavors of languages such as C++, Java, and C# which are considered high level languages, in respect that they resemble a common language that can be undertood by people.  Low level langues such as assembly or machine code are what computers understand.\n\nOn the other hand computer engineering as I understand it is a whole set of different areas, such as the design of the new and faster microprocessors, and logic circuits.  Other areas include research of materials to create new types of transistors which are the basic construction parts that make up a computer.  Yet another area is the field of software engineering where new methods of solving problems are documented and improved with each iteration of a piece of sotware.  At the present time many efforts are being focused by phycists and computer engineers to create quantum computers, which use molecules to perform the calculations now performed by transistors.\n\nNot to mention many computer engineers also help design other pieces of hardware like monitors, printers, PDA's.  Computer engineers can also be responsible for the design, the implementation, the documentation, and the testing of a new product.  Whereas computer programmers are only responsible for the coding, the implementation aspect of the product.\n\nOne analogy I heard is that every computer engineer is a computer programmer, but not every computer programmer is a computer engineer.  Hope that helps.
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computer science\nThe field of computer hardware and software. It includes systems analysis & design, application and system software design and programming and datacenter operations. For young students, the emphasis is typically on learning a programming language or running a computer with little attention to information science, the study of information and its uses.\n\nIf students were introduced to data administration, DBMS concepts and transaction and master files, they would have a better grasp of an organization's typical information requirements.
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Hmm...i am not that sure...but why arent you considering Computer Science....It has generally a better job prospect e.g. u can become a software engineer or even a software developer,furthermore u can work for microsoft..google..yahoo.isnt it good
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Greetings,\n\nI am about to graduate from Purdue University this May with a degree in computer technology.  Being surrounded by both Computer Science and Computer Engineering however, I can assure you that, between the two of these, computer engineering would be the way to go.\n\nBe aware that the two of these are vastly different.  Make sure your interests lie in a spot that fits.  Computer science will delve into complex algorithms, operating systems, compilers, and an actual science to developing computer programs.  Computer engineering will look at the physical limitations of computer hardware and you will learn more about the "computer guts".  Again, make sure your interests lie accordingly (I mean, I can see from your question that English certainly isn't a favorite subject of yours, so consider the plan of study for each hehe)\n\nIt will be easier for you to make more money with computer engineering.  Unless you're coming from a great school, a computer science degree is starting to be worth less and less;  all those jobs are being shipped overseas.\n\nGood luck.
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Computer software (or simply software) is that part of a computer system that consists of encoded information as opposed to the physical computer equipment (hardware) which is used to store and process this information. The term is roughly synonymous with computer program but is more generic in scope.\n\nThe term "software" was first used in this sense by John W. Tukey in 1957. In computer science and software engineering, computer software is all information processed by computer systems, programs and data. The concept of software was first proposed by Alan Turing in an essay.\n\nIn strict layman terms, the part of the computer which is not touch and feel is software. \n\n[In retailing, software refers to clothing. \nIn mechanical engineering, software refers to rubber gaskets and seals.]