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How to troubleshoot a hanging Linux machine [closed]
There is this popular job interview question:
Given a machine hangup (let's say RHEL) how do you trouble shoot the problem?
My answer would be:
1) I'd use (what is the name of that server BIOS ...
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Preparing For Interview - 'IT Incedent Management & Senior Service Desk' [closed]
I have recently been accepted for an interview for a position with the state government in NSW, for the position of 'IT Incedent Management & Senior Service Desk'.
I have been to interviews ...
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Data Recovery Jobs
Not sure if SF is exactly the place, but I was hoping this group would have solid experience. I am your run-of-the-mill desktop technician, and it hit me today I know very little about disk/data ...
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How did you find your current job? [closed]
I'm a student looking for a job as a Jr. Sys Admin / Information Security position. The moment I click search from simplyhired.com or dice.com my job gets complicated. It's so hard to spot the ones ...
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What is 'FizzBuzz' for system administrators? [closed]
FizzBuzz is a simple test of programing ability, often used by employers to weed out people who can't actually program. Is there an equivalent test for system administrators and general IT guys?
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where to look for computer technician jobs [closed]
Hi I am currently studying for the A+ certification, I plan to have it by the end of this month and I plan to go for farther education. I’ve built two high end computers by myself for a friend and ...
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How did you become a sysadmin?
My brother-in-law is interested in computers and after talking with me for a bit decided he wants to be a sysadmin. He then, of course, had to ask the question "how does one become a sysadmin?" I ...
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What IT certification is most valuable without job experience? [closed]
I'm trying to change vocations towards IT. I'm learning JAVA, SQL, and other things, but I have no job experience or formal education (other than a math Ph.D.)
I know that certifications only go so ...
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What's the entry path towards a database administrator job?
I've recently lost my job, and I'm working towards changing vocations. My degrees are in Mathematics, but I'm interested in IT, particularly working as a DBA or a programmer.
I don't have IT ...
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Advice for getting freelance IT consulting jobs?
Just wondering if anyone had any advice on how to get IT consulting jobs/clients? I would be looking to target small business in my local area.
Also, does having certifations (e.g. MCSE) help attain ...
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Is it worth using a recruiter to find a SysAdmin?
At a start-up company where we have probably now grown sufficiently to warrant a dedicated system administrator.
Is it worth using a recruiter to find a good system administrator? Or, would the cost ...
