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O*NET detailed work activityInstall computer software
AI-assistBuild with code
14 jobs17 tasks
AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.
Part of Set up computer systems, networks, or other information systems, under the O*NET work activity group Working with Computers. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (1 AI-ready, 6 AI-assist, 10 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.
- Install network software, including security or firewall software.
- Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- Install and configure recreations of software production environments to allow testing of software performance.
- Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- Install bookkeeping systems and resolve system problems.
Tasks where it is part of the work
- Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.
- Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
- Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.
- Develop or implement software tools to assist in the detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats.
- Develop or install software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information.
- Install new hardware or software systems or components, ensuring integration with existing network systems.
- Design and implement dashboard and data visualizations to meet customer reporting needs.
- Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.
- Install or configure Web server software or hardware to ensure that directory structure is well-defined, logical, and secure, and that files are named properly.
- Prepare and structure data warehouses for storing data.
- Plan, install, repair, or troubleshoot telehealth technology applications or systems in homes.