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TCS Linux Administrator Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 9 Nov 2024

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user image Yashwant Rathore

posted on 9 Nov 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is lvm how it is work?
  • Ans. 

    LVM stands for Logical Volume Manager, a tool used to manage disk storage in Linux systems.

    • LVM allows for dynamic resizing of logical volumes without downtime.

    • It consists of physical volumes, volume groups, and logical volumes.

    • Commands like pvcreate, vgcreate, lvcreate are used to create and manage LVM.

    • LVM provides flexibility in managing storage space by allowing logical volumes to span multiple physical disks.

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  • Q2. How to mount nfs?
  • Ans. 

    To mount NFS, use the 'mount' command with the NFS server IP address and the mount point on the local machine.

    • Use the 'mount' command followed by the NFS server IP address and the mount point on the local machine

    • For example: sudo mount 192.168.1.100:/shared_folder /mnt/nfs_share

    • Ensure that the NFS server is properly configured and accessible from the local machine

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to do patching.
  • Ans. 

    Patching involves applying updates to software to fix vulnerabilities and improve performance.

    • Identify the software that needs to be patched

    • Download the appropriate patches from the vendor's website

    • Test the patches in a non-production environment before applying them to production systems

    • Schedule downtime for applying patches to minimize disruption

    • Document the patching process for future reference

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to rollback package
  • Ans. 

    To rollback a package, use package manager to uninstall current version and install previous version.

    • Use package manager to uninstall current version of the package

    • Install the previous version of the package using package manager

    • Check for any dependencies that may need to be rolled back as well

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How to remove older kernel
  • Ans. 

    To remove older kernels in Linux, use package management tools like apt or yum.

    • Use 'apt autoremove' command in Debian-based systems to remove old kernels

    • Use 'yum remove ' command in Red Hat-based systems to remove old kernels

    • Check available kernels with 'uname -r' command before removing

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is Port number of dhcp
  • Ans. 

    The port number for DHCP is 67 (server) and 68 (client).

    • DHCP server uses port 67 for incoming requests from clients

    • DHCP client uses port 68 for outgoing requests to servers

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What Is LVM How To Divide
  • Ans. 

    LVM (Logical Volume Manager) is a tool used in Linux to manage disk storage by creating logical volumes from physical volumes.

    • LVM allows for dynamic resizing of logical volumes without the need to unmount the filesystem.

    • To divide storage using LVM, first create physical volumes from disk partitions, then create volume groups from physical volumes, and finally create logical volumes from volume groups.

    • Commands like pvcr...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About the networking Patching Basic Linux command
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal HR questions like why you are leaving the org, where you see yourself in next 5 years, able to night shifts, salary negotiation

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 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.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is LVM, DHCP, how to set ip address in nic
  • Ans. 

    LVM is Logical Volume Manager used for managing disk storage, DHCP is Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol for assigning IP addresses, setting IP address in NIC involves configuring network settings.

    • LVM allows for dynamic resizing of logical volumes

    • DHCP automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network

    • To set IP address in NIC, use commands like ifconfig or ip addr

    • Example: sudo ifconfig eth0 192.168.1.100 netmas

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to check running process, disk space
  • Ans. 

    To check running processes and disk space, use commands like ps, top, df, and du.

    • Use 'ps' command to display currently running processes

    • Use 'top' command to display real-time system information, including processes

    • Use 'df' command to check disk space usage on filesystems

    • Use 'du' command to check disk usage of directories

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Get interview-ready with Top TCS Interview Questions

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

3hrs, apptitute, reasoning, programming

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Micro processor
  • Q2. Coding, loops, functions, project related
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Y should we hire u
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion for Linux administration to contribute effectively to your team.

    • I have X years of experience working with Linux systems, including managing servers, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security measures.

    • I am proficient in scripting languages like Bash and Python, which allows me to automate tasks and improve efficiency.

    • I have a strong understanding of networking...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Any location preferences
  • Ans. 

    I am open to any location for the Linux Administrator position.

    • I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity

    • I have experience working in various locations and adapting to new environments

    • I am open to remote work options as well

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Learn well for which u mentioned in ur resume.

I applied via Company Website

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based on my previous experience
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Regarding Salary discussion

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on technical stuff from basic concepts on Linux technology and your experience related skills from previous project
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Presidency College, Bangalore and was interviewed before Feb 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basics of everything mathematical

Round 3 - Coding Test 

C, Python and Java coding tests is preference

Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1)Based on your resume questions will be asked? 2)And basics of programming language, network ? 3)questins
  • Q2. Based on programming language

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you have different job offers don't join TCS there will be no growth for freshers

I applied via Naukri.com

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is lvm, repo, softlink hardlink, NTP, nfs, apache, and linux task related question.
  • Ans. 

    This question covers various topics related to Linux administration.

    • LVM (Logical Volume Manager) is a tool used for managing disk space in Linux systems.

    • Repo (Repository) is a collection of software packages that can be installed on a Linux system.

    • Softlink and hardlink are types of links used in Linux file systems to create shortcuts to files or directories.

    • NTP (Network Time Protocol) is used to synchronize the system ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't be Scare about interviewer....they r also normal human being..

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is your roles and responsibility in the current organization?
  • Q2. What is nfs?
  • Ans. 

    NFS (Network File System) is a distributed file system protocol that allows a user on a client computer to access files over a network.

    • NFS enables sharing of files and directories between multiple computers in a network.

    • It provides transparent access to remote files as if they were local.

    • NFS uses a client-server architecture where the server exports directories that can be mounted on client machines.

    • It supports both re...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Linux Administrator interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for TCS Linux Administrator interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at TCS. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TCS expect are Linux Administration, Redhat Linux, Linux, RHEL and Linux System Administration.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Linux Administrator interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Linux Administrator interview -

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