Network Administration Overview

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Pathway Overview

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Careers focus on the development, installation, and maintenance of computer network systems. Duties include managing networks, diagnosing malfunctions, analyzing network activity, and providing security.

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Network Administrator Duties

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Install, set up, and support an organization's area networks and Internet system. Uphold and maintain network hardware and software.

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Network Administrator Responsibilities

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Ensure and maintain network availability to system users. Manage network support and client server specialists. Organize and implement network security measures.

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Network Administrator Education

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Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field such as computer science or information systems usually required. Median salary: $70,970.

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Network Technician Role

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Offer technical assistance to computer system users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients.

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Network Technician: Career Description

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Enter commands and observe systems to confirm correct operations and find errors. Install and carry out minor repairs to hardware, software, or related equipment. Monitor daily performance of computer systems.

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Network Technician: Education/Training

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College or bachelor’s degree in a related field such as computer science or information systems usually required.

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Network Technician: Median Salary

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$47,660

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Computer Systems Analyst: Career Description

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Expand or modify system to improve workflow. Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems.

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Computer Systems Analyst: Career Description (Assistance)

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Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems. Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility and so information can be shared freely.