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Hi. The fields of information technology (IT) and computer Science CS overlap in many ways. Both require technical skills and a STEM degree. But what is the difference between information technology vs. computer Science? Computer Science emphasizes the design, creation, and testing of new programs, operating systems, and applications. Computer Science majors study programming languages, computer Science theory, and algorithms. Within CS professionals work as software developers, application developers, or software engineers. Information technology, on the other hand, focuses on the business side of technology. In IT, professionals create technical solutions to business problems. For example, systems administrators keep networks operating smoothly, while database managers organize data. The two fields require some of the same skills. For example, technical training, analytical abilities, and programming skills help both CS and IT professionals. As a more business-focused field, IT also draws on interpersonal and communication skills.