I've worn a sysadmin hat for many years. You're not supposed to gamble, or take risks of any kind. You are supposed to make sure. To make absolutely sure. T

I've worn a sysadmin hat for many years. You're not supposed to gamble, or take risks of any kind. You are supposed to make sure. To make absolutely sure. The successful companies we hear about did not gamble, in my view. There are plenty of ways we ought to take risks in business, but basic IT practice is not one of them.