Tuesday, September 06, 2005

Windows vs. Linux - Computerworld

"Ah, the administrators. Traditionally it's been easier to hire Windows admins, but their skill sets can be less developed than those of Linux admins. Although Windows may appear easier to configure and install, actually implementing Active Directory completely and correctly requires skills beyond what most general Windows administrators have to offer.

Microsoft has contributed to this situation by watering down the qualifications for MCSE certification, although the Windows Server 2003 certification test is more thorough than either the NT 4 or Windows 2000 ones. By comparison, however, Red Hat Inc.'s Red Hat Certified Engineer qualification entails a grueling eight-hour lab test, with an 80% failure rate."

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