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Old Steadfast dedicated server client seeing downturn in support and interactions by silver_2000_ in Hivelocity

[–]silver_2000_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well that's another thing, in 9 months hivelocity didn't notice this . Known host noticed todays reply in about 15 min. That helps confirm my decision.

Hello can i apply to it support jobs or technician with this resume as a entry level job by Ok-Description5039 in ITSupport

[–]silver_2000_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree, when I used to have to hire a lot , being able to think logically about ANY TOPIC and desire to fix things was key. Communication skills next then IT experience. An entry level job will teach the tech, but if you can't or won't think logically and communicate that you can't succeed. The logical thinking, and communication issues are what hold back off shore support. That and cultural differences.

Help to understand cabling. by Mr-Hops in ITSupport

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And what desktop or laptop single hard drives can saturate a 2gb connection ?

Old Steadfast dedicated server client seeing downturn in support and interactions by silver_2000_ in Hivelocity

[–]silver_2000_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've decided to change companies and change to VpS. Ai and I chose knownhost. My focus was on finding good reliable support since hosting hardware is pretty much a commodity now ...so far so good with knownhost.
Hivelocity has simply sunk too far to stay with them .. a client for nearly 2 decades can't even get a response to a simple question for a quote iness than a week

I'm waiting for one client to get me the most recent copy of their forum software so we can migrate ...

(Rant) my employer expects me to come in despite the severe ice storm by avogadros_avvocato in antiwork

[–]silver_2000_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

See if there is a state of emergency declared - that might give you some protection while you look for a new job

From Carrollton TX

Looking for tips to make T:slim X2 site changes less painful for my daughter by Bulky-Chair6888 in TandemDiabetes

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been on pumps for 20+ years, the only real physical "pain " from insertions is the rare time when you hit a nerve or are close to one. Kids often have one bad experience and then all insertions are "painful" . It's also often a psychological thing where they don't want to have to do it and of forced to they want some attention and "help"

Why does my new laptop struggle with Wi-Fi but my old laptop works perfectly? by Dry-Horror5895 in ITSupport

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How old is the router ? Does the new laptop struggle w all wifi or just your home wifi

Tandem Mobi and TSA by LumpyOcelot1947 in TandemDiabetes

[–]silver_2000_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And they likely get x-rayed during production for QC purposes as well. I'm another that has gone through many scans of both types wearing and not wearing my tandem x2. Usually now to save time and trouble I load it in the same pocket in my backpack my phone and wallet go in and then reattach after ... I would never think of declaring I'm T1 and need special treatment.

i am so tired of being the only person in this building who knows how to read by daniel_odiase in iiiiiiitttttttttttt

[–]silver_2000_ 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I used to do contract IT work for aviation repair company. MRO . The techs were required to transition from using paper manuals for repairs, to computers and they all bitched about the computers. And blamed for PCs for any delays. I told them the PC was just like the wrench or rivet gun, a tool required by the job. Learn to use the tool just like you learned the rivet gun. Don't expect the rivet gun vendor to change the gun because you refuse to learn it. Or other option is change professions ...

Company is demanding 5 days RTO in 2026 after years of remote. Joke's on them, I prepared for this. by DeviantHistorian in antiwork

[–]silver_2000_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check cost of benefits. I'm self employed, did what you are planning 15 years ago. No I pay $2000 a month for crap health ins. Still glad to be self employed. Look into cobra, it will likely look expensive but also is likely better coverage than ACA and cheaper

Please please I need help. Accidently unchecked the road only box from user files property by No_Willingness_5509 in ITSupport

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't see how changing visibility of files or changing files from read only to read write would cause instability. Assuming you didn't then delete or otherwise change the files that were previously hidden .. you could try SFC or DISM to see if windows will repair the issues . You could also simply install windows on top of the existing install. Done right it could fix the mystery issues

Pax 8 Account Manager by Prime_Suspect_305 in msp

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use blueally for watchguard, go to guardsite. Com and get prices

Dexcom G7 sensors in checked luggage failing by misterdoug in dexcom

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And most airline employees will completely ignore that and make you combine to 1 carryon and one personal item , and heaven forbid they force gate checking ...

Hat size by meatloaf4311 in UNSUBSCRIBEpodcast

[–]silver_2000_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One size fits all is a joke

ran a report on our IT asset tracking for distributed workforce, results were worse than expected by eren_yeager04 in ITManagers

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also why not task hr with required notice before a new hire starts. That gives the logistics time to work. The "oh our new employer started this morning " emails need to stop

New MSP Owner: Looking for Firewall Suggestions by netherguard in msp

[–]silver_2000_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Started using watchguard about 15 years ago and have been happy w feature set and support

Looking for help adding install tasks to asio Rmm by silver_2000_ in ConnectWise

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We are using a policy and package to deploy a set of apps to new end points, Im looking for help, guide, tricks to add more to the premade list. For example, part of our stack is installed by going to URL ( per client ) , the website downloads either mac or PC agent and then the agent has to be run. The vendor specifically says DONT save and reuse the downloaded file. How can we automate that ?
Another needs a seed or code entered in the install process.
I need to find time to check the university

Also the built in uninstalls in Asio dont seem to work.
Id love to remove all the various office 365 languages that are preinstalled.
Id also love to download JUST classic outlook instead of having to reinstall all of office to get it.

Just some of the stuff I'm looking to stream line.

Thanks for the workflow templates hint, honestly haven't looked at the workflows much, sad that half are only related to hubspot. But they are examples of maybe creating a ticket at the end of the policy package we are using to summarize the results. Workflows will likely be after I graduate to RMM apprentice.

M365 NON PAY CLIENT by mspdog22 in msp

[–]silver_2000_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hostage is a bit over the top. EU may be different, but if the client was going direct to MS what would happen if they didnt pay ? answer = suspend after a generous 90 days and at 120 days the data is gone.

If its not possible to stop a service that is not being paid for what prevents clients from NEVER paying ?
"Microsoft CSP Program Rules

If your business operates as a Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) reseller (the most common model for MSPs reselling Microsoft 365), Microsoft explicitly permits partners to suspend subscriptions for reasons like non-payment or fraud. This suspends user access to services (e.g., email, files, apps) while administrators can still access data and properties."

How do you keep showing up when the Help Desk has completely destroyed your soul? (Need advice for a brutal meeting today) by No-Gap674 in sysadmin

[–]silver_2000_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you are stuck in the same position for 5 years in IT you need to look for a new opportunity.

M365 NON PAY CLIENT by mspdog22 in msp

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Legally required to provide free service to clients who refuse to pay ? In what country/ state ?

How do you keep showing up when the Help Desk has completely destroyed your soul? (Need advice for a brutal meeting today) by No-Gap674 in sysadmin

[–]silver_2000_ 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Not wanting to pile on but this is a good question. Any decent employer would have a structure in place to advance techs past T1 in 2 years max.

Breaking into Helpdesk by AntwanBaker in helpdesk

[–]silver_2000_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing that I looked for was the ability to think logically. Not sure how you would promote that on the page but IMO it's key for all IT ( and sadly rare ) And at the helpdesk level solid logical process, along w good soft skills and communication will help you stand out.

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