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Course Outline
SSH Fundamentals and Access Security
- Exploring the SSH protocol and its critical role in securing remote connections
- Hardening SSH access through key-based authentication methods
- Establishing robust password policies and integrating two-factor authentication
- Restricting SSH access to authorized IP addresses only
File Sharing with Samba
- Understanding Samba's function in facilitating file and printer sharing
- Setting up a Samba server to share designated directories
- Defining user authentication rules and permissions for shared resources
- Connecting to Samba shares from both Windows and Linux workstations
Domain Name System (DNS)
- The mechanics of DNS in resolving domain names to IP addresses
- Deployment of a DNS server utilizing BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain)
- Management of DNS zones, records, and name resolution processes
- Diagnosing and resolving typical DNS-related challenges
Web Server Management (Apache)
- The role of the Apache HTTP Server in web content delivery
- Installation and configuration procedures for Apache on Linux
- Configuration of virtual hosts to support multiple websites
- Implementation of SSL/TLS certificates to ensure secure HTTPS sessions
Performance Optimization via Cache Servers (Squid)
- The principles of caching and its impact on web performance
- Installation and setup of Squid as a caching proxy
- Configuration of access controls, caching strategies, and logging mechanisms in Squid
- Evaluation and monitoring of Squid's caching efficiency
Email Infrastructure (Sendmail, Postfix)
- Overview of core email protocols, including SMTP, POP3, and IMAP
- Establishing and configuring an email server using Sendmail or Postfix
- Management of email aliases, virtual domains, and individual mailboxes
- Integration of spam filtering and antivirus defenses for email traffic
Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP)
- Fundamentals of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- Installation and setup of the ISC DHCP server
- Automated assignment of IP addresses, subnet masks, and network parameters
- Lease management and troubleshooting common DHCP anomalies
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Servers
- Key aspects of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
- Deployment and configuration of FTP servers (such as vsftpd or proftpd)
- Defining user access rights, permissions, and secure FTP settings
- Activation of FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) for encrypted data transfer
Database Management (MySQL)
- Introduction to the MySQL database management system
- Installation and initial configuration of the MySQL server
- Creation of databases, tables, and user accounts
- Data administration, backup strategies, and security enforcement
Advanced Networking, Kernel Configuration, and Compilation
- Advanced firewall rule management using iptables
- Deployment of network address translation (NAT) and port forwarding
- Fundamentals of kernel configuration and compilation processes
- Tailoring kernel options to enhance system performance and security
Requirements
- Familiarity with the Linux ecosystem
- Proficiency in executing basic Linux commands
21 Hours
Testimonials (2)
Very good structured and complex documentation. A good pace for exercises. Detailed explanations and right to subject.
Tiberiu Longauer
Course - Linux Advanced
I liked the fact that 80-90% of things were new to me, and it opened my eyes about a lot of technologies and about how sys admin works.
