Let's talk about Network/Systems Administration....

that Linux guy · Post by **that Linux guy** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:41 am

I've been wanting to become, or at least get on the path leading to the position of a Network or Systems Administrator for almost 3 years now. I've google searched everything I can about it, I've talked with a few admins and others in similar IT fields, I've read books... I've even got a small Debian server going for my home network. I've already got a plan for certs and school, and I'm keen on what types of jobs are out there for getting into the field. I know what I want, and how to get there, so I'm not exactly asking for advice (though I'm all ears should you have any).

However, I can't seem to satisfy my craving for learning more about the job, and the people that do it every day. I've found a few terribly low-traffic and outdated forums on the topic, I've found a few other forums with a sub topic, but it's mostly just their problems. Maybe I haven't found what I'm looking for because I'm not looking for any specific info. I know the general tasks that most admins do every day, I know about working with hardware, both servers and desktops, I have fundamental understanding of networking... I don't know, I just want to hear what admins have to say about their job. Do you like it? Do you hate it? What tasks do you have to do? I know every company has a different name, and different responsibilities to go along with it, so I'm sure that there's a variety of daily items on your to-do list.

I just want to talk about being a SysAdmin and what it's like.

Anybody?

Olle P · Post by **Olle P** » Tue Mar 10, 2009 4:47 am

My ex GF was the SysAd for the county of Huskvarna almost ten years ago. We had separated some five years earlier and had only sporadic contact, so i don't know much about it. I don't think she had much, if any, formal education in the field, but she also practised on her home network. That network, located in the three room rental flat where she lived with husband and kids, featured thirteen computers running five different OSs!

While waiting for a more straightforward response perhaps you'll find some answers here.

Cheers
Olle