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What is the primary focus of system administration?
What is the primary focus of system administration?
Which task is not typically a responsibility of a system administrator?
Which task is not typically a responsibility of a system administrator?
What is the purpose of baselining in system administration?
What is the purpose of baselining in system administration?
What is a key responsibility of a system administrator in terms of hardware?
What is a key responsibility of a system administrator in terms of hardware?
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What is the purpose of maintaining local documentation in system administration?
What is the purpose of maintaining local documentation in system administration?
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What is the primary focus of system administration?
What is the primary focus of system administration?
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What is a key responsibility of a system administrator in terms of security?
What is a key responsibility of a system administrator in terms of security?
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What is the purpose of baselining in system administration?
What is the purpose of baselining in system administration?
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What is the task of account provisioning in system administration?
What is the task of account provisioning in system administration?
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What is the purpose of maintaining local documentation in system administration?
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Study Notes
Primary Focus of System Administration
- Ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of computer systems and networks.
- Managing the configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of systems to support user needs.
Non-responsibility of System Administrators
- Developing applications or software code is generally not a responsibility of system administrators.
Purpose of Baselining
- Establishing a standard performance or security benchmark to compare against future system states.
- Assists in identifying deviations, facilitating troubleshooting and improvement measures.
Hardware Responsibilities
- Overseeing the installation, configuration, and maintenance of physical hardware components.
- Ensuring hardware operates effectively and is upgraded or replaced as necessary.
Local Documentation Maintenance
- Creating and updating documentation related to system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting for internal reference.
- Serves as a knowledge base for current and future administrators to ensure continuity and efficiency.
Security Responsibilities
- Implementing and managing security measures such as firewalls, antivirus software, and patch management to protect systems from threats.
- Regularly auditing and monitoring systems to ensure compliance with security policies.
Account Provisioning
- Managing user accounts and permissions, including creating, modifying, and deactivating accounts as required.
- Ensures that users have the appropriate level of access to perform their duties while maintaining system security.
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Test your knowledge of system administration basics with this quiz. Explore the key concepts and tasks involved in managing human-computer systems, including account provisioning and hardware management. Ideal for those looking to familiarize themselves with the fundamentals of system administration.
