DrCheese Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 Being lazy is a skill. There's nearly always a way to fix a software issue without leaving your chair, meaning you don't waste time and energy on locomotion. oh gawd Both a good and bad thing, I would be a lot fitter if it wasn't for ultravnc and remote access in general
TechMonkey Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 Hmmmm, maybe we could set these to Sunscreen by Baz Luhrmann?
JJonas Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 Google is your friend, use it. Chances are that somebody else has had that problem. . or Edugeek is your friend, use it. Chances are that somebody else has had that problem.
pete Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 Have a hobby you enjoy that doesn't involve computers at all. 1
sted Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 Use dual monitors. You will never go back. i actually have gone back to one i always used to have 2 at home now i cba
rad Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 make sure the monitor connected to your server is also connected to the UPS, its very embarassing running around for a torch trying to connect a lead in the dark (only speaking from experience!!!) 2
elsiegee40 Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 make sure the monitor connected to your server is also connected to the UPS, its very embarassing running around for a torch trying to connect a lead in the dark (only speaking from experience!!!) Anyone else got a red face! Me too. Been there, done that!
localzuk Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 When ghosting from one disk to another, don't mix up the blank disk for the full disk... 1
teejay Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 GUI is for users, shell is for admins. Buy the reception staff choccies/biscuits at the end of term so they'll field the sales calls. Even if it's built of solid granite, kids will still find a way to break it.
witch Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 When ghosting from one disk to another, don't mix up the blank disk for the full disk... Been there, done that!
Cache Posted July 9, 2010 Posted July 9, 2010 The homepage and google are the internet. If either isn't available, the internet is down!
sted Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 Been there, done that! i think everyone has done that at least once thats why i now always fdisk the destination drive and delete all partitions so i cant do that anymore
GrumbleDook Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 When a teacher says that they have heard of / seen a fantastic piece of kit / tool / software don't dismiss it since 'you know best', find out where they saw it, try to speak to the school involved and find out about both the technical and educational aspects of it. If possible use things like TeachMeets, twitter hashtags and educational social networks to find out about ideas before others in your school do ... that way you can either simply be prepared, or even proactively suggest ideas, with the background so that people can see the benefits of different tools.
mac_shinobi Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 No one can be an expert in all areas of IT - so find someone who is and listen to their advice Am I the only one to think that the above comment is contradictory ?? Can't forget, golden rule number one - backup, backup and backup your data in a few different places
arthur231283 Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 Everybody lies, even if the user says they have restarted/checked cables do it yourself to double check
leco Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 Have confidence in your own knowledge/experience/competence and don't be undermined by those who "know something about IT". They may well know "something" but that is not the same as knowing your system/network. On the other hand, if you are unsure then don't be afraid to ask. The trick is to know which answer best suits your own (and your system's) needs.
witch Posted July 10, 2010 Posted July 10, 2010 Am I the only one to think that the above comment is contradictory ?? Can't forget, golden rule number one - backup, backup and backup your data in a few different places Oh poo, you know what I meant - find someone who is an expert in the area you are having trouble with... 1
Fatmas Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 One of the best pieces of advice I've heard: Take a step back. Come back to the problem with fresh eyes.
laserblazer Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 If you are waiting for an urgent phone call, pick up the largest, heaviest server and carry it up some stairs. Your phone will ring on 4th or 5th tread.
danrhodes Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 ALWAYS keep a good stash of Green Tea and Strong Black Coffee in the office at all times! Have backup plans in place for quick replenishment incase of a outage!
Tyiell Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 Always remember that you do not work for pay. If you did that would be depressing. No, you work for chocolate bars, cookies, sweets, and the occasional home baked cake that grateful users feel obliged to present to you. This situation needs to be cultivated by making it totally clear that priority jobs are those that have the highest chance of chocolatey reward... 2
danrhodes Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 This situation needs to be cultivated by making it totally clear that priority jobs are those that have the highest chance of chocolatey reward... Agreed!
localzuk Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 One of the best pieces of advice I've heard: Take a step back. Come back to the problem with fresh eyes. You mean like Sheldon Cooper in the Big Bang Theory?
Fatmas Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 You mean like Sheldon Cooper in the Big Bang Theory? Bazinga
JJonas Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 ALWAYS keep a good stash of Green Tea and Strong Black Coffee in the office at all times! Have backup plans in place for quick replenishment incase of a outage! That means put a pack of tea bags in the data safe. Hey the place might have burnt down but you can still make a cuppa.
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