Computer Science

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Why Get an Online Master's in Computer Science?

An online master’s degree in computer science from Laurier is a passport to success in a growing field.Read more

Top STEM Skills for Business Professionals

In today’s article, we’ve compiled a STEM skills list and will explore how these skills can benefit business professionals.Read more

What are Some Problems Related to Mobile Computing?

The use of mobile computing devices in Canada is on a sharp rise. The number of mobile phone internet users is expected to grow from 22.8 million in 2016 to 28.6 million by 2021.Read more

How Can Safe Networks Be Built?

The concept of networking isn’t new- today, we are quite familiar with its vast array of applications. From a basic home computer for connecting multiple devices to social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, most of us use the internet daily and understand the need of these networks.Read more

Laurier’s Innovative Computer Science Program Creates Opportunities for Student Developers

Technology jobs in Canadian cities like Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal are steadily increasing, with Toronto’s tech-talent market being the fourth highest in the world.Read more

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Why Speed is Critical in Software Development

If you work in information technology (IT), you know it is a dynamic, ever-evolving industry. Programming languages and coding techniques frequently change, challenging developers to focus on development speed each time they develop new software.Read more

How is Algorithm Design Applied?

In the field of computing, an algorithm is a set of instructions applied to solve a particular problem. Since algorithm design techniques are growing at a fast pace, it has become important for IT professionals to upgrade their knowledge in order to meet growing industry demand. Wilfrid Laurier ...Read more

The Importance of Designing, Building and Protecting Secure Systems Containing Private Information

Companies today leverage technology in every facet of their business. Whether to increase employee mobility, increase productivity, reach potential customers or store critical business information, the ability of IT to store and process information is making our lives easier.Read more

How do Algorithms Affect Search Engines, Social Networks and Computer Networks?

An algorithm, in simple terms, is a set of steps used by a computer program to accomplish a certain task. For IT professionals, the concept of an algorithm isn’t new and you already have a good idea of how they workRead more

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New IT Jobs and the Changing Nature of Work

Today we’re looking at IT jobs in Canada and how forces like automation are changing the nature of work. Click here to learn more.Read more

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