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I read several times that System Administrator is a boring job. Not a really creative one however a job that pays decently. I was wondering what are the basic duties of a System Administrator? For Windows what are the certifications needed to apply for a System Administrator job? Thank you in ad vance for your constructive & helpful answers
3 answers - Asked By: Roland - 11/22/2007
Wikipedia.org states that a network administrator is the same as a systems administrator except he/she is working on a network. But when would a systems administrator be in demand. Princetonreview.com says there are 100,000 unfilled systems administrator jobs in the US. Why can't network administrators fill these positions? Please help.
5 answers - Asked By: Chitownian - 2/17/2007
What are the qualification needed to apply for system administrator job in any field. is b.c.a sufficient.
1 answer - Asked By: helloindia00 - 12/9/2007
I have completed CCNA Networking. I am keep searching a job for system administrator. pls anybody help me.
1 answer - Asked By: Tamil - 9/22/2008
Now in day to day life the IT sector is going down....Will this affects the system Administrators?
3 answers - Asked By: lalmano - 2/25/2009
What is the fastest way to become a system administrator? I would like to make a smooth transition from my current job to "SA". So of course i have to keep in mind responsibilities before taking a change in career.
1 answer - Asked By: Walter - 5/30/2011
I've been thinking really hard to go to school this fall for Computer Network System Administrator. I was planning on completing an Associates degree for it. I just want to make sure by the time I complete the 2yr degree there will be a job available for Computer Network System Administrator. I am planning on taking the class at a community college. Thanks ahead of time!
1 answer - Asked By: kmsca5 - 5/20/2008
I've been thinking really hard to go to school this fall for Computer Network System Administrator. I was planning on completing an Associates degree for it. I just want to make sure by the time I complete the 2yr degree there will be a job available for Computer Network System Administrator. I am planning on taking the class at a community college. Thanks ahead of time!
3 answers - Asked By: kmsca5 - 5/20/2008
That's going my last question. I am planning to get certified MCSA and get a job as Windows System Administrator. Is my age an issue for that type of job? Should I also get my feets wet using linux? Thanks guys.
5 answers - Asked By: Roland - 11/22/2007
I know starting out varies but what is the top tier for a systems administrator with all the right certs working for a company somewhere on the west coast, possibly in California. Also what is a work day like for a systems administrator? Are there any other job titles that they can hold?
2 answers - Asked By: curious - 3/5/2012
That's going my last question. I am planning to get certified MCSA and get a job as Windows System Administrator. Is my age an issue for that type of job? Should I also get my feets wet using linux? Thanks guys.
3 answers - Asked By: Roland - 11/22/2007
I am just curious as to how fast a systems administrator should be able to type in order to do their job effectively. How fast should a computer programmer be able to type? Thanks.
1 answer - Asked By: michaeldrennie - 10/24/2010
I'm working towards an Associate of Applied Science(one math elective away from graduation) in IT and I was going to major in system administration as a career. After that I intend to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management Information Systems. It seems like the best accompaniment for my IT degree. I'm curious what some of the perks are that system administrators enjoy. What parts of your job make it worth doing? What are some small joys that you get out of your job? Also, on the opposite side, what are some of the things that you hate about your job?
1 answer - Asked By: Joshua B - 3/1/2011
I am just curious as to how fast a systems administrator should be able to type in order to do their job effectively. How fast should a computer programmer be able to type? Thanks.
1 answer - Asked By: michaeldrennie - 10/24/2010
I've been interested in getting a job as a Red Hat Systems Administrator, but I'm kind of confused on the process. I know there's a 5 day course and at the end of it, you get your certification, but can I get a job with just the certificate? Or do I have to have a college degree as well?
1 answer - Asked By: matmatician - 2/16/2011
What do I need to become a database programmer or a systems administrator? What programming languages do I need to know for these? Do i need a lot of math or a computer science degree for this? I'd really like to have a job where i not only maintain a network but also one that I would be able to do programming in like with Java or C++. Thanks!
3 answers - Asked By: jelly makers - 12/3/2009
Hi, I'm currently working as as System Admin and we are using Windows Server 2003, Is that possible to view the client system or is there any way to view the IP address of the website which they are visiting.... Need to know every thing about the Windows Server 2003 and a System Administrator JOB PROFILE. Thanks in Advance.
1 answer - Asked By: David - 12/17/2009
Hello Can I get job as system administrator with bachelor degree of software engineering? In other word: software engineering=related field of system administrator or system engineer thank I'm confused, I don't know which to choose: system administrator and then system engineer or software engineer
1 answer - Asked By: Amir - 8/24/2012
What are the qualification for each profile? What are the job resposiblities of System Analyst or System Administrator? Is there any Institute in Delhi in India offering courses or training for same profile? What is the minimum Salary package is offered to Freshers for each profile? Any of you, if working as System Analyst or System Administrator, if you can give me ur email id or any contact details, it would nice of you. Thanks in Advance....
1 answer - Asked By: The Answering Machine - 11/28/2007
I want to work as an it system administrator supporting an exciting scientific project like human genome project or space observation lab etc. What is the best way to achieve this goal ? I am currently working as a Linux sys admin over 5 years of experience with a B.S. in Computer Engineering and several certifications. I live in Turkey.
2 answers - Asked By: SoLongAgoSoClear - 7/18/2009
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