server, as opposed to installed and run off of each workstation. Others would be better run off of each workstation. Depending on the size of the network, software such as MS Word would probably be better run off each system, while others such as Vantive would be better run off of the server.Performing Procedures to Prevent the Spread of VirusesViruses and security are usually major factors in network management. Regularly updating the ant virus software is a huge responsibility. Not only does anti virus software detect, clean, and prevent viruses, many of them can also detect "back door" software, such as Netbus, Back Orifice, or SubSeven. An employee (not management) who has access to payroll or scheduling could be a bad thing.Allocating Mass Storage SpaceBack we go to users having web space or email addresses. Having large quantities of hard drive space on the server can do this. Another way is using RAID devices. Raid devices use 2 or more drives in combination for fault tolerance and performance. The more space you have, the more space you may want to let users have. This space can be specified whenever you add a user or at will byyou guessed it.you!Well, that's a brief description of what it takes to be a system administrator. Keep in mind that if you should choose to pursue this career, I'm only giving the basics. There is a lot of work, time, and knowledge involved. Not to mention the numerous people who are trying to get the same job that you are. So once you get those basics down, don't stop. Keep learning all that you can and maybe, someday, you could be a system administrator....
