Local area networks (LANs) are everywhere, allowing computers to share information quickly and easily. Given the rapid growth of the IT industry, it's no surprise that job opportunities in LAN technology are on the rise. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of network systems and data communications analysts to grow by a whopping 53 percent through 2016, adding an estimated 140,000 new jobs! Want one for yourself? Online diploma and certificate programs can prepare you for a career in this field.