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Programming, I have a MAcbook Pro, but I hear running Windows via Virtual Machine isn't all that great when you get into extensive work. I know I could run Bootcamp, but kinda just want to have a separate Windows machine to avoid all hassles. I saw this at Best buy and seemed like a good price as it was loaded with Ram and the AMD A10 is supposed to be the equivalent to an i5 processor (albeit less powerful).
New! Asus - 15.6" Laptop - AMD A10-Series - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Gray

Also saw this for 329
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-15...lack/6374138.p?id=1219661390049&skuId=6374138

this 6gb ram, and an intel i3 processor

I was in the same boat as you. I built a cheap windows machine with an AMD apu. Go with the AMD if you can save some bucks. It's always good to have money than one pc, if you can afford it.
 

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They have a jquery 8 week course at the job....Im thinking Im gonna learn something new....2 weeks in I see I know more than the teacher :youngsabo:
 

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Brehs I'm at an impasse in my career right now. I'm about to leave the helpdesk but its a dilemma doing so.

Long story: Ive been at a level 1/2 role for the last 5 years with most experience being in software/ system analysis side such as basic MS exchange config, Active Directory, configuring Cisco phones, NTFS file permissions, general helpdesk shyt. I have a small amount of exp with configuring switches and really basic iOS commands and there's recruiter in my city pushing to get me a role as a network engineer here with a $15k raise from my current job.

However, I'm ready to move to Atlanta and in the long run I think I would prefer something on the System Admin track where I figure jobs will be more abundant. Anyone have any advice for someone that has the opportunity to work as a Network Engineer (and eventually Network Admin) vs System Admin role?
 

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Brehs I'm at an impasse in my career right now. I'm about to leave the helpdesk but its a dilemma doing so.

Long story: Ive been at a level 1/2 role for the last 5 years with most experience being in software/ system analysis side such as basic MS exchange config, Active Directory, configuring Cisco phones, NTFS file permissions, general helpdesk shyt. I have a small amount of exp with configuring switches and really basic iOS commands and there's recruiter in my city pushing to get me a role as a network engineer here with a $15k raise from my current job.

However, I'm ready to move to Atlanta and in the long run I think I would prefer something on the System Admin track where I figure jobs will be more abundant. Anyone have any advice for someone that has the opportunity to work as a Network Engineer (and eventually Network Admin) vs System Admin role?
Take better role and while in that role look for eqivalent in atl
 

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Im heavily considering it but is it even worth the hassle to change jobs if Im gonna be there for less than 4-6 months

Why are you in a rush to go to ATL? Is this a full time job or contract? Either way take the job and get experience, ATL aint going no where and coming to the city without a job is idiotic.
 

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Why are you in a rush to go to ATL? Is this a full time job or contract? Either way take the job and get experience, ATL aint going no where and coming to the city without a job is idiotic.
No doubt, I cant think of a situation where I'd even consider going there without a job. The rush is because I'm feeling like I'm cheating myself at the helpdesk livin check-to-check, making $50k-ish:francis: when I know I'm worth atleast $70k:feedme:.

I literally surf the web and watch CBT nuggets all day:ehh:, not getting much hands on experience tho :to:. I'm in a slower big/little city getting closer to washed status everyday :flabbynsick:

...meanwhile a couple of hours away, ATL awaits where its the money:sas1: the cars:sas2: and the hoes :blessed: :myman:

my bad for the long post, just feelin optimistic about the future brehs
 

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Indians be writing their code in the most convoluted way possible and then can't explain it because they don't have the English to do so :snoop: that also affects their naming conventions.
 

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No doubt, I cant think of a situation where I'd even consider going there without a job. The rush is because I'm feeling like I'm cheating myself at the helpdesk livin check-to-check, making $50k-ish:francis: when I know I'm worth atleast $70k:feedme:.

I literally surf the web and watch CBT nuggets all day:ehh:, not getting much hands on experience tho :to:. I'm in a slower big/little city getting closer to washed status everyday :flabbynsick:

...meanwhile a couple of hours away, ATL awaits where its the money:sas1: the cars:sas2: and the hoes :blessed: :myman:

my bad for the long post, just feelin optimistic about the future brehs


Imo ATL aint all gonna pay you good unless you have experience to demand pay. Companies know cost of living is lower compared to places like Cali DC And NY So companies will try under pay you unless you have the experience where they know they dont have time to BS you because you are in demand
 

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Indians be writing their code in the most convoluted way possible and then can't explain it because they don't have the English to do so :snoop: that also affects their naming conventions.

Lololol Im a BA and when I see how some of our old programs were named and the logic used Im just like :mjlol::scust:, makes my job harder when it comes to developing stuff for existing functionality because dudes are trying to show off how skilled they are writing complex code for basic stuff.
 

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Brehs I'm at an impasse in my career right now. I'm about to leave the helpdesk but its a dilemma doing so.

Long story: Ive been at a level 1/2 role for the last 5 years with most experience being in software/ system analysis side such as basic MS exchange config, Active Directory, configuring Cisco phones, NTFS file permissions, general helpdesk shyt. I have a small amount of exp with configuring switches and really basic iOS commands and there's recruiter in my city pushing to get me a role as a network engineer here with a $15k raise from my current job.

However, I'm ready to move to Atlanta and in the long run I think I would prefer something on the System Admin track where I figure jobs will be more abundant. Anyone have any advice for someone that has the opportunity to work as a Network Engineer (and eventually Network Admin) vs System Admin role?


Is the position really geared toward "Network Engineering" as in routers/switches? I ask because I see tons on Network Engineering job postings that are really System jobs. I find that a lot companies/recruiters can't distinguish between the two.
 

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Is the position really geared toward "Network Engineering" as in routers/switches? I ask because I see tons on Network Engineering job postings that are really System jobs. I find that a lot companies/recruiters can't distinguish between the two.
This one is fully network admin here's the description:
  • Assist with the installation and support of network communications, including LAN/WAN systems.
  • Follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations involving readily identifiable problems.
  • Assist in the planning of large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or working on it.
  • Perform connecting and troubleshooting Local Area Networks (LAN) network users and systems
  • Set up and configure Cisco Routers and Switches
  • Setup and install of Uninterruptable Power Systems (UPS)
  • Troubleshoot and set up networks devices, have an understanding of LANs, Spanning-Tree Protocols (STP) and connectivity for all network devices Including computers and printers.
  • Has an understanding of IP subnets.
  • Possesses a basic understanding Cisco Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Possesses a basic understanding Network Management System
  • Run cable and terminating (Ethernet RJ45) lines for networking and telecommunications cabling in Datacenter
  • Working with cable testing equipment.

Yea I agree, some recruiters cant distinguish. Alot of sys admin jobs require atleast some switch and router work so it never hurts to learn
 
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