Department of Computer Science
 Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan

This course should provide a compact, manageable introduction to the tasks faced by Systems/Network Administrator. Whether a standalone system or a larger shared system that routinely needs administrative support, this subject offers extensive discussions and hands-on experience on networking, server installation, configuration, troubleshooting, electronic mail, security, and kernel configuration.

 This course  takes an in-depth look at the fundamentals of Systems/Network System administration in a real-world, heterogeneous environment. To be able to apply its principles and advice to Systems / Network administration problems.

 The course approaches Systems/Network administration from the perspective of a real-time environment specially Unix/Linux -- the routine tasks and troubleshooting that make up the Systems/Network Administrators task. Whether dealing with installation, configuration, trouble shooting of a Linux/Unix System, frustrated users, convincing an uncomprehending management that you need new hardware, rebuilding the kernel, or simply adding new users. Students will also learn about back up and restore and how to set up printers, secure systems, and perform many other system administration tasks through a practical, hands-on approach.

 This course introduces the aims and guiding principles of system administration. The level of complexity of networked operating systems together with the increasing problem of intrusion has now elevated system administration to a discipline in its own right.

 To illuminate a sound and logical route through the murky swamps of networked operating system organization and administration.

 


The Professor

Antonio D. Racho, II
Email: tonyrach@xu.edu.ph
Tel. Nos: (+638822) 723116 or (+6388) 858-3116 local 1014
Consultancy Hours: 2:00-5:00 TTh

The Class Schedule (2nd Semester, SY 2001-02)