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Old 11-24-2008, 02:10 PM   #1
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How to contact a Linux administrator

I'm doing this project for my high school English class. Basically, you contact two professionals working in the field of your choice. However, I'm having trouble finding a Linux (or Unix) administrator to contact.

I know Google hires Unix admins, but the automated system won't get me anywhere. I'm pretty sure Cisco hires Unix/Linux admins, but the person says I have to have a name first.

So basically what I'm asking is, how would I go about finding a Linux/Unix admin for this project?

Thanks for you help!
 
Old 11-24-2008, 02:17 PM   #2
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You should be able to contact quite a few right here.
 
Old 11-24-2008, 02:45 PM   #3
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I'm doing this project for my high school English class. Basically, you contact two professionals working in the field of your choice. However, I'm having trouble finding a Linux (or Unix) administrator to contact.

I know Google hires Unix admins, but the automated system won't get me anywhere. I'm pretty sure Cisco hires Unix/Linux admins, but the person says I have to have a name first.

So basically what I'm asking is, how would I go about finding a Linux/Unix admin for this project?

Thanks for you help!
Most medium-large companies use Unix/Linux. If you've got a bank nearby, chances are VERY good they use it. Engineering firms, and programming firms/groups do as well.

Ask around a bit locally, and chances are you'll find it. Be cautious, though...alot of 'admins' aren't; they got the job because they were the user that could read the manual, and fell into the job. You can spot good admins, because they're bitter and cynical...
 
Old 11-24-2008, 02:55 PM   #4
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and paranoid
 
Old 11-24-2008, 03:20 PM   #5
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You're watching me, aren't you?!?
 
Old 11-25-2008, 03:55 PM   #6
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Thanks guys.

I created a questionnaire with Google Docs.

If any Linux Admin would care to answer the questions (there are 8 primary questions), I would be greatly appreciative!!!

Thanks again.
 
Old 11-25-2008, 07:39 PM   #7
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http://www.sage.org/
 
Old 11-28-2008, 02:27 PM   #8
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You're watching me, aren't you?!?
Nah, I've got people to do that.....oh damn! :-)
 
  


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