System Administration

Process of managing computer operating systems. Including tasks such as installing software, configuring users, and troubleshooting.

Sub-headings:

LINUX/UNIX

Created at Bell Labs in the early 1970's, this powerful operating system (Unix) has been the de facto standard for large workstations and datacenters. Linux is similar but suited for PCs.

Resources in this category:

Apple Network Managers Association
http://www.anmala.org/

"ANMA is a group of Macintosh network managers who manage 5-50,000 Macs, and who are looking for peers to share their wisdom, triumphs and failures with." Find contact information here on the various chapters.

Association for Systems Management
http://utasm.utoledo.edu/

"The Association for Systems Management is a student organization devoted to helping students better understand issues and advancements in management information systems through speakers, group meetings, and exposure to corporate MIS professionals." The web site offers information about membership, contact info of officers, and schedule of activities. An online application form is also available.

Association of Information Technology Professionals
http://www.aitp.org/index.jsp

"AITP is the professional association comprised of career minded individuals who seek to expand their potential -- employers, employees, managers, programmers, and many others. The organization seeks to provide avenues for all their members to be teachers as well as students and to make contacts with other members in the IS field, all in an effort to become more marketable in rapidly changing, technological careers. " Web site includes list of special interest groups, publications information and discussion forums.

NetWare Users International
http://www.novell.com/communities/nui

"NetWare Users International is the association of Novell networking professionals. It is an independent, non-profit organization that supports NetWare user groups worldwide." This home page has information on membership, technical forums, conferences, local user groups, and its publications.

Network and Systems Professionals Association
http://www.naspa.net/

"The mission of NaSPA, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, shall be to serve as the means to enhance the status and promote the advancement of all network and systems professionals; nurture member's technical and managerial knowledge and skills; improve member's professional careers through the sharing and dispersing of technical information; promote the profession as a whole; further the understanding of the profession and foster understanding and respect for individuals within it; develop and improve educational standards; and assist in the continuing development of ethical standards for practitioners in the industry." The site has information about employment opportunities, education programs, and an index to the magazine, Technical Support.

Network Professional Association
http://www.npa.org/

"The Network Professional Association {NPA} provides certification, leadership, direction, resources, and education to network computing professionals." The site includes an overview of the NPA, membership information, and related links.

North America Unisys User Association
http://www.unite.org/

"UNITE is the North America Unisys User Association. Our principal objective is to promote and provide for the interchange of information among attendees in the development and use of IT to meet their current and future goals." The site has an FAQ, news, and conference information.