IT Gaming Technician

YOSH • Abu Dhabi, AZ, AE • 4d ago

Networking IT Experience

Network Setup and Maintenance: Configuring routers, switches, and access points for optimal performance in homes or gaming arenas.
LAN and WAN Configurations: Building and maintaining local gaming networks (LAN parties) and managing connections to wider networks
Configured routers and switches, using advanced settings like port forwarding, static IP assignments, and VLANs for gaming traffic.
Firewall and Security: Setting up and maintaining firewalls to prevent DDoS attacks and other cyber threats common in gaming.
Set up mesh networks for wide-area gaming environments, eliminating dead zones and ensuring stable connections.
Leveraged Quality of Service (QoS) settings to prioritize gaming traffic, reducing ping and latency during online gaming sessions.
Secured gaming networks with firewalls, VPNs, and robust password protocols to prevent DDoS attacks and unauthorized access.
Configured parental controls and monitoring tools for safer gaming environments.
Bandwidth Optimization: Prioritizing gaming traffic using QoS (Quality of Service) settings.
VPN and Remote Gaming: Setting up VPNs for private gaming or to access geo-restricted servers.

Gaming

Hardware Setup and Optimization: Assembling gaming rigs, installing GPUs, and optimizing hardware for high-performance gaming.
Game Server Management: Setting up and maintaining game servers for multiplayer games, ensuring low latency and minimal downtime.
Software Configuration: Tweaking game settings, drivers, and operating systems to improve FPS and overall gaming performance.
Streaming and Content Creation: Setting up streaming platforms (Twitch, YouTube), configuring OBS/Streamlabs, and managing gaming peripherals.
Troubleshooting Game Issues: Resolving game crashes, bugs, or compatibility issues with hardware/software.
High-Performance System Builds: Designed and assembled custom gaming PCs, optimizing hardware configurations for maximum performance and efficiency.

Troubleshooting

Hardware Diagnostics and Repair: Diagnosed and repaired issues with PCs, GPUs, cooling systems, and storage devices to restore functionality and performance.
Software Problem-Solving: Addressed operating system errors, software conflicts, and driver issues, ensuring smooth operation of gaming and productivity software.
Network Issue Resolution: Resolved connectivity problems, reduced latency, and eliminated packet loss for optimized online gameplay.
User Support: Provided expert-level support to users and teams, solving technical problems in-person or remotely with a customer-focused approach.
Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Maintained detailed records of troubleshooting processes, ensuring quick reference for future issues.

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