Which is better Computer Hardware engineer or software engineer?


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    Which is better Computer Hardware engineer or software engineer?


    I am nearing the time at which I would like to pick what career I would like to follow. I have narrowed it down to the two options above and I cannot decide between the two of them. Please help me?!
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    Computer Software Engineer | Career Center | GetEducated.com

    Jobs for Computer Engineers: Computer Hardware Engineer Salary Info

    I think you'll do well financially in either field, but my feeling is that you might have more options available to you as a software engineer. If you're the type that likes playing with equipment a lot then hardware might be a better choice. I personally feel that there might be a little more creativity involved on the software side of things.
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  3. Posts : 362
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    I guess hardware is my best be while I do know quite a bit a about software I like tinkering more.
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  4. Posts : 3,187
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    What's your math and science background?
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    Go for Hardware Engineering
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    Software engineer is the best job for 2013, just update for someone need new information

    for more information
    Computer Engineering Salary
    Computer engineering - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
    Computer Hardware Engineer vs Computer Software Engineer
    Last edited by Bean7; 28 Apr 2013 at 15:14.
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    I've worked as a programmer (at NASA) and a hardware tech and as a "tech support" for a special purpose computer. The right field, a programmer will make much more than a hardware tech. Hardware engineers, again depending on the specific field and expertise, probably won't make what a high end programmer makes. On the other hand, a lot of coding is done by "off shore" contracts or by people that have come to the US just for the programming jobs.
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