The VMS (Virtual Memory System) exam evaluates a candidate's proficiency in using and managing VMS, an operating system developed by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) for its series of VAX and Alpha computers. The certification assesses knowledge in system administration, VMS commands, system configuration, security, and performance tuning.
Skills Required
System Administration: Understanding of VMS operating system administration.
Command Line Proficiency: Knowledge of VMS commands and utilities.
System Configuration: Ability to configure and manage VMS system settings.
Security Management: Skills in securing VMS environments and managing user access.
Performance Tuning: Expertise in optimizing system performance and troubleshooting.
Networking: Understanding of networking concepts and configurations in VMS.
Scripting: Ability to write and use DCL (Digital Command Language) scripts.
Who should take the exam?
System Administrators: Professionals responsible for managing VMS operating systems.
IT Managers: Managers overseeing systems running VMS.
Network Administrators: Individuals managing network configurations on VMS systems.
Technical Support Specialists: Support personnel providing assistance for VMS environments.
IT Students and Graduates: Students studying computer science or IT with an interest in VMS.
Consultants: IT consultants providing services and solutions for VMS systems.
Course Outline
The VMS exam covers the following topics :-
Module 1: Introduction to VMS
Overview of VMS history and architecture
Key features and capabilities of VMS
Differences between VMS and other operating systems
Module 2: VMS System Administration
Installation and initial setup of VMS
Basic system administration tasks
Managing system files and directories
User and group management
Module 3: VMS Command Line and Utilities
Introduction to DCL (Digital Command Language)
Commonly used VMS commands
File management and manipulation using DCL
Using system utilities for maintenance
Module 4: System Configuration and Management
Configuring system parameters and environment settings
Managing system resources and hardware configurations
Disk and storage management
Backup and recovery procedures
Module 5: Security in VMS
User authentication and access control
Implementing security policies and best practices
Auditing and monitoring system security
Protecting against common security threats
Module 6: Performance Tuning and Optimization
Monitoring system performance metrics
Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks
Optimizing CPU, memory, and I/O operations
Performance tuning tools and techniques
Module 7: Networking and Connectivity
Configuring network interfaces and protocols
Managing network services and daemons
Troubleshooting network issues in VMS
Implementing network security measures
Module 8: Advanced VMS Topics
Cluster management and high availability
Advanced storage management techniques
Integrating VMS with other systems and environments
Scripting and automation using DCL
Module 9: Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
Systematic approach to troubleshooting VMS issues
Common problems and their solutions
Using diagnostic tools and logs for problem resolution