Posted: 10/9/2008 9:03:23 PM EDT
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Ok I need some help here! Basic stuff, (I think!) I'm getting a job at Microsoft, and from what I understand it's an IT job. I don't really know much about computers but I'm a smart guy (B/A, Master's in PLSC) anyways he says they will train me but if I'd like to prep myself for my interviews I should look into some things! He said I should learn how to, or understand: "Motor along the OS (XP I assume)" wtf does motor along mean?!?! "Networking node" (I understand the point of a node, and the different mediums, but still need some clarification. . ) "motoring along the windows server" "basic networking" sooo I think general system administration. I'm hoping someone can send me a link to some tutorials, or have some advice for me, maybe a book you can recommend? I'm a smart guy, and I know I will go through some sort of intensive training. . But I'd like to get ahead and get my shit down. Help me out ARF! thanks in advance, Micah |
I suspect he's getting a job a little further down the chain for a vendor; something along the lines of water boy. That's fine; I started as water boy. The jobs I can see he might be doing is racking systems or running the automated installs for a test lab; neither of these are very skilled positions, and Microsoft has a lot of labs. I'm certain he won't be a Microsoft employee, but a vendor. Vendor jobs are easy come, easy go. |
Makes sense. |
| y-e-a pretty sure it's a vendor job, which I have no problem with at this point b/c I'm fresh outta college and just need work exp. I have my brother who works at Boeing (software developer) coming this weekend to give me a crash course on XP or Vista, just wanted to know if there was anything I could research and learn in the mean time. . . and YES I do realize it's wierd getting an IT job with no tech. background but I certainly won't complain, and will do my best to learn what I need. ANYWAYS sooo any help out there or just snide commentary lol? |
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I kind of doubt that; it sounds like what I initially thought, they need someone to rack systems. Based on the time frame, it almost sounds like it's for PDC. I don't know if there's much you need to learn other than the basics of how to use Vista and 2008. It usually takes a week or two for you to start employ with a Microsoft vendor, due to credit and background checks. Based on the speed of your employ, it sounds like this is a third-party (read: off-campus only) contract, which don't require the background check. Actually, you know what? I've asked politely so I could offer guidance, and you haven't answered, so forget it. Good luck, I hope it works out for you. |
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I was writing my response while you posted your questions. . . Wouldn't turn down help in any fashion. . . I'm not really sure if it is through Volt or not. . I imagine it would be b/c they seen to do most of the contract work around here (least that's how it was for my big bro at Boeing.) But to tell ya the truth I don't know. I just found out I was getting the job for sure as of 20 mins ago. All I know is that the job entails a good amount of travel (said I will only be in W.A. about 5 days a month ) and I know for a fact I'll be going to Expos, but what I'll be doing there is anyones gues. . . but I'm ready and willing. Sorry I don't know more. All I know is I need basic troubleshooting and networking skills, which from what I hear should be a breeze. . . my buddy who is helping me get the job formerly trained inidividuals for this occupation and he's going to give me a 1 on 1 on Sunday. Also my brother has a couple books for me. . . I just hate knowing I'm going to be one of those retarded IT guys that my big bro always bitches about sooo figured I'd get a heads up! Sorry I can't be more specific. |