In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: In order for you to be fun at a party, you need to be having fun at a party. If you're a nervous wreck, you won't want to talk to other people or participate in any of the activities of the party. Take a moment to calm your nerves before you start to interact with people at the party. Take some deep breaths if you start to feel anxious. Focus your thoughts on the present and the positive aspects of being at a fun party. Consider getting a drink to loosen up. You need to keep your phone on you in case someone is trying to contact you, but you don't want to be glued to it and miss out on the party. People will also think that you're disinterested and aren't any fun. When you arrive, put your phone in your pocket or purse so you can have fun at the party. Turn your ringer on loud so you can hear your phone. Set your phone to vibrate if you don't want your ringer to go off during the party and embarrass you. when you talk to people. Give people your full attention when they're talking to you so they know you're listening to them. If you're constantly looking around the party while someone is answering you, then they'll think that you're rude and you don't care about what they have to say. People will think that you're more fun if they feel like you like them and value their opinions. to loosen people up. Jokes are an easy way to break the ice and get people comfortable around you. People will have more fun if they're relaxed and loose. Don't be afraid to make jokes at your own expense, either. It shows people that you're silly and fun. Try making cheesy impressions of people at the party, but don't tease people too much or hurt their feelings. Tell the corniest joke or most awful pun that you know. People love to talk about themselves, so an easy way to get them talking to and having fun with you is to simply let them do it. Whether you're on the dance floor, next to the chips and dip, or even away from the music, asking someone at the party about their life and what they like to do for fun is a surefire way to make yourself fun. You can start with basic questions like, "So, what do you do for a living?" That will usually get the ball rolling and allows you to ask follow-up questions. If a song is playing, ask them if they know the song or like the music. Even if they don't like it, it gets a conversation started. Try asking something personal and specific like, "What is your biggest fear?" People may get a kick out an engaging question as opposed to the small talk that often occurs at parties. Visit all of the different spaces of the party and talk to the different people and groups of people. If you stand in one spot or section of the party, you'll limit the people you meet and the fun that you have. People will remember you if you work your way around the party to have fun with them. Ignore the impulse to stay in one spot with familiar people and get out of your comfort zone to have a little fun! It's a party, you should have fun, but be sure to drink in moderation. Alcohol is a great way to loosen people up and have fun, but nobody likes a sloppy drunk person at a party. Be sure to drink plenty of water in addition to any alcohol that you consume.
Summary: Try to calm your nerves so you can engage people. Put your phone away when you get to the party. Make eye contact Tell jokes Ask people questions about themselves. Move around the party to talk to more people. Try not to drink too much.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: A computer systems administrator's biggest job is to keep an organization's lines of communications open. On a given day you might have major hardware or software malfunctions to fix; you may have to rewire network cables; you may be pressed to work as fast as possible by frustrated people whose computer systems are paralyzed. None of this is easy or for the faint-hearted. On the other hand, you will be well-paid. Network administrators in 2013 made an average of $74,000, with the top earners bringing in nearly $120,000. Other functions of the job include updating software and hardware, maintaining email and data storage, training new users on the system, connecting employee workstations to the network, and sometimes managing telecommunications networks for people working from home or on the road. Do research before committing to a career in systems administration. There are many web resources that can give you a good summary, such as US News and World Report or Computer Weekly While sometimes it is possible to work in systems administration with previous experience or a professional certificate or associate's degree, you will find that many employers prefer people with a bachelor's degree. Doing a four year degree will familiarize you with things like programming, network security, operating systems, database analysis, and systems analysis, and systems design. Usually, you should do a computer-related major such as information or computer science. Some college programs will include the chance to do an internship. This is a great chance to acquire on-the-job experience and industry skills while still in school. It will make you more hireable as a new graduate. As a way to increase your hireability and credentials, consider furthering your education past a four year degree. For example, companies like Microsoft, Red Hat, and Cisco offer vendor certification programs in things like programming, servers, applications, and databases. While such certifications are voluntary, according to PC World 68% of hiring managers in the industry consider them to be "medium or high priority" in making hiring decisions. You can also get certifications in Windows or Linux server systems, and there is high demand for Cloud and DevOps certifications. You should be able to find certification programs in a variety of places. Microsoft certification courses, for example, are sometimes offered in tech schools or community colleges. You can also take them through "Learning Partners" trainers all over the country will prepare you for the certification exam. Systems administrators have to know the ins and outs of major computer operating systems like Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, and others, in order to be able to make updates, install patches, do data backups, manage hardware, and monitor software and system performance. Cast a broad net. Familiarizing yourself with a range of systems particularly the most popular ones will make you flexible and more in demand. Some vendors, again, have certification programs in their operating systems. Check with companies to see whether they offer training. Communication is an underrated part of being a systems administrator. Yes, much of your time might be spent in alone in the server room, keeping things going. But you will have to work with others, as well. You will need to be able to express your expectations, to propose ideas, and to offer solutions to peers and to management. Can you convince your boss, for example, to upgrade the company's web server? This requires skills in persuasive speaking. Try talking in front of a mirror for 15 to 20 minutes every day. If you are more serious about improving your communication skills, join a speaking organization like Toastmasters International.
Summary:
Find out whether the field is right for you. Do a bachelor's degree. Consider further vocational training. Become familiar with a range of operating systems. Develop communications skills.