TCS Linux Server Administrator Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Lvm, troubleshooting,
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The Fibonacci series can be applied to alphabets, and the same should be printed.

Q1. Fibonancci series to print the alphabets?
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Q2. Print the numbers in descending order 123456?
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Print numbers in descending order 123456
• Create an array of strings containing the numbers 1 to 6

• Sort the array in descending order

• Print the sorted array
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Q1. Why are you choosing our organization?
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I am choosing your organization because of its reputation for innovation, strong company culture, and opportunities for growth.
• Reputation for innovation in the industry

• Strong company culture that values employee development

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization
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Q2. Are you open to relocation?
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Yes, I am open to relocation for the right opportunity.
• I am willing to relocate for the right job opportunity that aligns with my career goals.

• I am open to exploring new locations and experiencing different cultures.

• I understand that relocation may be necessary for career advancement and personal growth.
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Q3. Are you comfortable with rotational shifts?
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Yes, I am comfortable with rotational shifts as I have prior experience working in such shifts.
• I have previous experience working in rotational shifts at my previous job.

• I am adaptable and can easily adjust my schedule to accommodate rotational shifts.

• I understand the importance of being available during different shifts to ensure smooth operations.

• I am willing to work in rotational shifts to support the team and meet
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Q1. How can I grant SFTP access exclusively to the user David?
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Grant SFTP access exclusively to user David
• Create a new group specifically for David, e.g. 'davidgroup'

• Set the ChrootDirectory in the SSH configuration file to restrict David's access to a specific directory

• Add David to the 'davidgroup' and configure the necessary permissions for SFTP access
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Q2. How can a user be locked out after 6 unsuccessful password attempts for a duration of 30 minutes?
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To lock a user out after 6 unsuccessful password attempts for 30 minutes, modify the PAM configuration file.
• Edit the PAM configuration file (/etc/pam.d/common-auth) to include the 'pam_tally2' module.

• Set the 'deny' option in the 'pam_tally2' module to lock the user out after 6 failed attempts.

• Specify the 'unlock_time' option in the 'pam_tally2' module to set the duration of the lockout period to 30 minutes.

• Example: aut
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Q1. How to configure NFS
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NFS can be configured by setting up the NFS server, exporting directories, and configuring client access.
• Install NFS server package on the server

• Edit /etc/exports file to specify directories to be shared

• Restart NFS service to apply changes

• Configure client access by mounting NFS shares on client machines
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Q2. How to perform patching
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Patching involves applying updates to software to fix vulnerabilities and improve performance.
• Identify the software that needs to be patched

• Download the necessary patches from the vendor's website

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

• Schedule a maintenance window to apply the patches

• Apply the patches using tools like yum, apt-get, or Windows Update

• Verify that the pat...read more
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Q1. What are activities done by you as a Windows Administrator. Explain the process of OS upgrade. Tell me any about critical issues faced and troubleshooting steps performed by you. Do you know about DR (Dis...read more
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As a Senior Windows Administrator, I perform various activities such as OS upgrades, troubleshooting critical issues, and participating in Disaster Recovery activities.
• Activities include managing user accounts, installing software updates, monitoring system performance, and ensuring system security.

• OS upgrade process involves planning, testing compatibility, backing up data, performing the upgrade, and verifying system...read more
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Q1. How to scheduled cron job
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To schedule a cron job, use the crontab command to edit the cron table file.
• Use the crontab -e command to open the cron table file for editing

• Add a new line to the file with the schedule timing and the command to be executed

• Save and exit the file to schedule the cron job
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Q1. What is sticky bit
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Sticky bit is a permission in Unix/Linux that allows only the owner of a file to delete or rename it.
• Sticky bit is represented by a 't' in the permissions of a file or directory.

• When the sticky bit is set on a directory, only the owner of a file within that directory can delete or rename the file.

• Commonly used on directories like /tmp to prevent users from deleting each other's files.

• Example: chmod +t directory_name
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