IT security is concerned with ensuring that electronic systems, such as computers, phones, and smart devices, are protected from disruption. It involves preventing and combating theft, cyber attacks, and accidents that can damage computer systems.

An associate degree is an undergraduate degree offered in the US and a few other countries. Associate degrees are a qualification below a bachelor's degree. Many students earn associate degrees during their first few years of higher education. Since they usually require about two years of study, these degrees can act either as job qualifications or as precursors to more advanced degrees.