This book explores the fundamental principles of information technology as applied to automating experiments and developing decision support systems. It highlights the unique features of using IT in the creation of electronic educational resources and presentation materials, and discusses methods for organizing information retrieval within automated information systems. Designed for undergraduate and master's students in programs such as 240700 – "Biotechnology," 260100 – "Food Products from Plant Raw Materials," and 230100 – "Informatics and Computer Engineering," across all forms of study, the book is also valuable for students and master's candidates in other specialties and fields. It serves as a useful resource for graduate students and educators seeking to master modern computer technologies in engineering, scientific, and educational contexts.