Servers are generally computers or devices on a network that manage network resources. Servers are used in a variety of roles, for example, a file server is a computer and storage device dedicated to storing files. Any user on such a network can store files on the server. A print server is a computer that manages one or more printers, whilst a network server is a computer that manages network traffic. Web servers generally store all files related to a website and perform all work necessary for hosting that website. Modern networks are predominantly of the client-server type. This operating mode offers more efficient operation, easier (centralised) configuration and maintenance than other network models. Due to the large number of installations of this type and the pivotal role of servers in this type of system, the skills necessary to configure and maintain a server are critically important. The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature. Assessment must ensure: Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including the requirement to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices and provision of some leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of the skills would be characteristic. Applications may involve responsibility for, and limited organisation of, others. |