How to transition from the help desk to a sysadmin job | Linux Today

How to transition from the help desk to a sysadmin job

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Kevin Casey
Nov 11, 2019

The help desk has long been a necessary component of IT shops, but if you’re ready to transition roles, here’s how.

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Kevin Casey

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