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Updated 2 Jun 2023

10 Interview questions

A System Administrator was asked
Q. How do you search for a string within a file?
Ans. 

To search for a string in a file, you can use tools like grep or findstr.

  • Use the grep command in Unix/Linux systems: grep 'search_string' file_name

  • Use the findstr command in Windows systems: findstr 'search_string' file_name

  • You can also use text editors like Vim or Notepad++ to search for a string in a file

A System Administrator was asked
Q. Explain the difference between a relative and an absolute path.
Ans. 

Relative paths are based on the current directory, while absolute paths start from the root directory.

  • Relative paths are shorter and do not include the full path from the root directory.

  • Absolute paths start from the root directory and include the full path to the file or directory.

  • Example of relative path: 'folder/file.txt'

  • Example of absolute path: '/home/user/folder/file.txt'

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A System Administrator was asked
Q. What is the use of the echo command?
Ans. 

The echo command is used to display a line of text or a variable value in the terminal.

  • Used to print text or variable values to the terminal

  • Can be used to create simple scripts or display messages to users

  • Commonly used in shell scripting to output information

A System Administrator was asked
Q. What is the difference between grep and egrep?
Ans. 

grep is a basic pattern matching tool, while egrep is an extended version with support for regular expressions.

  • grep is a basic command-line utility for searching plain text data for lines that match a regular expression pattern.

  • egrep is an extended version of grep that supports extended regular expressions.

  • egrep is equivalent to grep -E, enabling the use of extended regular expressions like +, ?, |, () in the patt...

A System Administrator was asked
Q. How do you check the computer name or hostname in Linux?
Ans. 

To check the computer name or hostname in Linux, you can use the 'hostname' command.

  • Use the 'hostname' command to display the current hostname of the system.

  • To change the hostname, use the 'hostnamectl set-hostname' command followed by the new hostname.

  • To view the fully qualified domain name (FQDN), use the 'hostname -f' command.

A System Administrator was asked
Q. How do you check the current user in a Linux terminal?
Ans. 

To check the current user in Linux terminal, you can use the 'whoami' command.

  • Use the 'whoami' command to display the current user's username.

  • Alternatively, you can also use the 'id' command to display information about the current user.

A System Administrator was asked
Q. Which command should be used to create a file in Linux?
Ans. 

The command 'chmod' is used to change permissions of a file in Linux.

  • Use 'chmod' command followed by the permission code and the file name to change permissions of a file.

  • For example, 'chmod 755 file.txt' will give read, write, and execute permissions to the owner, and read and execute permissions to group and others.

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A System Administrator was asked
Q. How do you rename a file in Linux?
Ans. 

To rename a file in Linux, you can use the 'mv' command.

  • Use the 'mv' command followed by the current file name and the new file name

  • Make sure to specify the full path if the file is not in the current directory

  • You can also use relative paths for the file names

A System Administrator was asked
Q. How do you check the current path/directory you are working in?
Ans. 

To check the current path/directory, use the 'pwd' command in Unix/Linux or 'cd' command in Windows.

  • In Unix/Linux, type 'pwd' and press Enter

  • In Windows, type 'cd' and press Enter

A System Administrator was asked
Q. How will you edit an existing file on a Linux server?
Ans. 

To edit an existing file on a Linux server, you can use a text editor like Vim or Nano.

  • Use a text editor like Vim or Nano to open the file for editing

  • Make the necessary changes to the file

  • Save the changes and exit the text editor

BSW Soft System Administrator Interview Experiences

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Interview experience
5
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Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - HR 

(10 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the use of echo command
  • Ans. 

    The echo command is used to display a line of text or a variable value in the terminal.

    • Used to print text or variable values to the terminal

    • Can be used to create simple scripts or display messages to users

    • Commonly used in shell scripting to output information

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to check tha computer name of hostname in linux
  • Ans. 

    To check the computer name or hostname in Linux, you can use the 'hostname' command.

    • Use the 'hostname' command to display the current hostname of the system.

    • To change the hostname, use the 'hostnamectl set-hostname' command followed by the new hostname.

    • To view the fully qualified domain name (FQDN), use the 'hostname -f' command.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to check tha current user in linux terminal?
  • Ans. 

    To check the current user in Linux terminal, you can use the 'whoami' command.

    • Use the 'whoami' command to display the current user's username.

    • Alternatively, you can also use the 'id' command to display information about the current user.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to check your current path/directory you are working in?
  • Ans. 

    To check the current path/directory, use the 'pwd' command in Unix/Linux or 'cd' command in Windows.

    • In Unix/Linux, type 'pwd' and press Enter

    • In Windows, type 'cd' and press Enter

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Explain that difference between relative and absolute path?
  • Ans. 

    Relative paths are based on the current directory, while absolute paths start from the root directory.

    • Relative paths are shorter and do not include the full path from the root directory.

    • Absolute paths start from the root directory and include the full path to the file or directory.

    • Example of relative path: 'folder/file.txt'

    • Example of absolute path: '/home/user/folder/file.txt'

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Which command to be used to a file in linux?
  • Ans. 

    The command 'chmod' is used to change permissions of a file in Linux.

    • Use 'chmod' command followed by the permission code and the file name to change permissions of a file.

    • For example, 'chmod 755 file.txt' will give read, write, and execute permissions to the owner, and read and execute permissions to group and others.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. How will you edit an existing file on a Linux server?
  • Ans. 

    To edit an existing file on a Linux server, you can use a text editor like Vim or Nano.

    • Use a text editor like Vim or Nano to open the file for editing

    • Make the necessary changes to the file

    • Save the changes and exit the text editor

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. How to rename a file in linux?
  • Ans. 

    To rename a file in Linux, you can use the 'mv' command.

    • Use the 'mv' command followed by the current file name and the new file name

    • Make sure to specify the full path if the file is not in the current directory

    • You can also use relative paths for the file names

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. How to search for a string in a file?
  • Ans. 

    To search for a string in a file, you can use tools like grep or findstr.

    • Use the grep command in Unix/Linux systems: grep 'search_string' file_name

    • Use the findstr command in Windows systems: findstr 'search_string' file_name

    • You can also use text editors like Vim or Notepad++ to search for a string in a file

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Difference between grep and egrep?
  • Ans. 

    grep is a basic pattern matching tool, while egrep is an extended version with support for regular expressions.

    • grep is a basic command-line utility for searching plain text data for lines that match a regular expression pattern.

    • egrep is an extended version of grep that supports extended regular expressions.

    • egrep is equivalent to grep -E, enabling the use of extended regular expressions like +, ?, |, () in the pattern.

    • e...

  • Answered by AI

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Round 2 - Assignment 

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Interview Questionnaire 

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  • Q1. Which technologies your interested to work
  • Q2. Question related to Java coding
  • Q3. Question from C language
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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Refer R S Agarwal book for apptitude

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Write a c program on fractional numbers
  • Ans. 

    A C program to perform arithmetic operations on fractional numbers.

    • Use float or double data type to store fractional numbers.

    • Use scanf() to take input from the user.

    • Perform arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

    • Use printf() to display the result.

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Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview Questionnaire 

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  • Q1. 1. tell me about yourself

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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

1.It covers all aptitude topics, and English sentences
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Round 2 - Technical 

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Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Knowledge about updated technologies

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Round 2 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    I come from a supportive family that values education and hard work, which has greatly influenced my career path in technology.

    • Parents: My parents are both educators, instilling a love for learning and curiosity in me from a young age.

    • Siblings: I have a younger sister who is pursuing a degree in computer science, and we often collaborate on tech projects together.

    • Family Values: Our family emphasizes the importance of p...

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  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I bring a unique blend of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for innovation that aligns with your team's goals.

    • Strong technical skills: Proficient in languages like Python and Java, demonstrated by developing a web application that improved user engagement by 30%.

    • Problem-solving mindset: Successfully resolved a critical bug in a production system under tight deadlines, ensuring minimal downtime.

    • ...

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  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q4. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I expect a competitive salary based on my skills, experience, and industry standards, ideally in the range of $X to $Y.

    • Research industry standards: For example, Glassdoor or Payscale can provide insights into average salaries for similar roles.

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  • Q5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    I excel in problem-solving and teamwork, but I sometimes struggle with time management under tight deadlines.

    • Strength: Strong problem-solving skills - I enjoy tackling complex coding challenges, like optimizing algorithms for better performance.

    • Strength: Effective teamwork - I thrive in collaborative environments, having successfully led a project with cross-functional teams.

    • Weakness: Time management - I occasionally u...

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  • Q6. Tell me about yourself.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Do you have technical certifications? How many programming languages do you known? How many development tools have you used?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have technical certifications and I am proficient in multiple programming languages and development tools.

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    • I am proficient in Java, Python, C++, and JavaScript

    • I have used development tools such as Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, and PyCharm

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