3 golden rule for linux sys-admin.

Rule #1: Backup Everything ( and validate the backup regularly )

Rule #2: Master the Command Line ( and avoid the UI if possible )

Rule #3: Automate Everything ( and become lazy )

 

Ref. to article :http://www.thegeekstuff.com/2010/07/three-sysadmin-rules/

 

 

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