We definitely live in the “information age” or “computer age” as some people call it.  There’s a great need for people with computer related degrees.  That’s why our son is majoring in Information Technology with a focus in Web Enabled Technologies, plus he really enjoys working with computers.   Some people choose to get their information technology degree online so they will have the flexibility to fit their studies into their schedule.  With the great use of computers in nearly every kind of work, that type of degree is valuable.