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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Self introduce yourself.
- Ans.
I am a dedicated and experienced System Administrator with a strong background in managing IT infrastructure.
Over 5 years of experience in system administration
Proficient in managing servers, networks, and security systems
Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Certified in relevant technologies such as Microsoft, Cisco, etc.
- Q2. About your company
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(4 Questions)
- Q1. What are your salary expectations?
- Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
- Q3. Why are you looking for a change?
- Q4. Releavent experience
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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Jan 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.
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1 Question
- Q1. What are runlevel? What are kernel parameter ? Question regarding redhat satellite ? Questions regarding performance management ?
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(5 Questions)
- Q1. Be strong in basics
- Q2. How do you apply practical knowledge in your work?
- Q3. Goal Towards this job
- Q4. Short term and long term goals
- Q5. Why do we want to hire you
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Selected
I was interviewed in Jan 2025.
A standardized exam that measure a person skill, abilities and potential to success in a particular role of fields
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Problem solving and system administration
- Q2. Critical thinking
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I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. About basic linux Architecture
- Q2. About linux storage
(2 Questions)
- Q1. About my current project
- Q2. About shell scripting
(2 Questions)
- Q1. About myself and my work experience
- Q2. About relocation and shifts
First round > General aptitude and versant test.
(3 Questions)
- Q1. How to manage VDI?
- Ans.
VDI can be managed by monitoring performance, updating software, optimizing resources, and ensuring security.
Monitor performance regularly to identify any issues or bottlenecks.
Update VDI software and patches to ensure system stability and security.
Optimize resources by balancing workloads and adjusting configurations as needed.
Ensure security measures are in place, such as encryption, access controls, and regular back...
- Q2. O365 services and it's related questions.
- Q3. Questions on cloud computing, cloud services.
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(2 Questions)
- Q1. Explain about patch management in Linux
- Q2. After patching what are the issues you faced. How did you troubleshoot those issues.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Introduction and educational background.
- Q2. Basic knowledge of technical
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Aboit yoir self abd Deep in tech abd about the process and
- Q2. If freshers then you will prepare about self and knowledge of technical
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YASIN S
(2 Questions)
- Q1. What is Linux and which flavor you've worked on?
- Ans.
Linux is an open-source operating system based on Unix, known for its stability, security, and flexibility.
Linux is an open-source operating system that is widely used in servers, supercomputers, and embedded systems.
There are many flavors of Linux, known as distributions, such as Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, and Red Hat.
Each Linux distribution has its own package management system, desktop environment, and software reposit...
- Q2. What is roles and responsibilities as a system admin
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Salary expectations
- Q2. How fast you can join
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