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by hombresito 1 view

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I've recently been made the Network Administrator. I'm trying to find all the administrative practices I can to do the best job I can. Does anyone have some references I can refer to.

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by mgonzales

Congrats. on the new position.....use common sense in managing a network...

I recommend any books on Administrating the Network...if it's a Microsoft Network their press books I like along with Sybex or Global Knowledge.

Hope this helps....

by eric

I agree with answer 1.. books are very useful in getting started. Once you are setteled in you new position there is some software you might want to look into help monitor your network. Here is a list of a few: IpPulse, Cariot, Etherpeek, SNMPc .. etc. You might also want to pick up some book on firewalls and VPNs. I hope this helps.

by loketar

Hi there,
firstly the sugestions of the other folks are great advice. I would also include that your joining tech republic was the best first step. Another great resource is www.nwfusion.com They have gobs and gobs of great network advice and info as well as online training tutorials and primers. I would say that by asking lots of questions and utilizing the advice of others in the industry that you will find all sorts of innovative and efficient solutions to any of your admin needs. Goodluck, and enjoy the new position.
JG :)

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