SAM Flashcards
one who, as a primary job function, manages computer and network systems on behalf of another, such as an employer or client
System Administrator
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System Administrator
responsible for designing, installing, and
supporting an organization’s computer systems.
System Administrator
handle a wide range of tasks, including
managing servers, personal computers, laptops, and mobile devices
System Administrator
software or hardware device that accepts and responds to requests made over a network
Server
essentially software or a machine that provides services to other software or machines or a clients
Server
the concept that you can access your data, use applications, store files, etc., from anywhere in the world as long as you have an internet connection
Cloud Computing
for small Companies
SysAdmins
for larger companies with hundreds of employees or more
Chief Security Officer
Common Services used in an organization
file storage, Email, web content
- Creating and granting access to user accounts.
- Removing user accounts when needed.
- Ensuring user machines are ready for productivity.
- Considering the lifecycle of hardware.
USER AND HARDWARE PROVISIONING
manage services such as network access and secure connections to websites and computers
IT support specialists
Managing Services involves:
routine updates, security patches, Ensuring compatibility with organization’s computers
Procurement, Deployment, Maintenances and Retirement
Four main stages of hardware life cycle
This is the stage where hardware is purchased or re-used for any employee.
Procurement
This is where hardware is set up so that the employee can do their job.
Deployment
This is the stage where software is updated and hardware issues are fixed if and when they occur.
Maintenance
In this final stage, hardware becomes unusable or no longer needed and it needs to be properly removed from the fleet
Retirement
is a set of software programs which are features and services that are required to perform a specific function on the server and in that way in our environment
Role
This type of server is responsible for storing, managing, and sharing files and documents across a network.
File Server
designed to host websites and web applications.
Web server
manages printing tasks on a network. It allows users to send print jobs to network-connected printers and ensures efficient
distribution of print jobs to the appropriate devices.
Printer Server
responsible for authenticating users, granting them access to network resources, and enforcing security policies
Domain Controller
store, manage, and provide access to databases that contain organized collections of data.
Database Server
This type of server is responsible for running and managing applications and software
Application Server
translate human-readable domain names into IP addresses that computers use to locate each other on the internet.
Domain Name System (DNS) Server
acts as an intermediary between clients and other servers
Proxy Server
facilitate the transfer of files between computers over a network
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Server
are software programs that provide the functionality of a role
Role Services
a management tool in Windows Server operating systems that provides a centralized and unified interface for administrators to manage and configure various aspects of the server.
Server Manager
The tool displays notifications and alerts related to server roles, features, updates, and other important events.
Notifications
Server Manager allows administrators to install, configure, and manage server roles (such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, etc.) and features (additional components that enhance server functionality) on a Windows Server machine.
Role and Feature Management
The Server Manager dashboard provides an overview of the server’s status, including hardware and software information, performance metrics, and any issues that require attention.
Dashboard View
Server Manager often provides wizards that guide administrators through the process of setting up and configuring various server roles and features.
Configuration Wizards
