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 Duration 35 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Linux and Server Environments

  • Definition and role of a Linux server
  • Overview of Linux distribution types
  • Installation of a Linux server (Ubuntu/CentOS)
  • Initial configuration and system updates

Working with the Linux Shell

  • Utilizing the terminal and common shell commands
  • Comprehending the file system hierarchy
  • Shell navigation and file manipulation techniques

User and Group Administration

  • Creating, modifying, and removing users
  • Group creation and membership administration
  • Understanding file permissions and ownership models
  • Access control via chmod, chown, and umask

File System and Storage Management

  • Mounting and unmounting file systems
  • Managing partitions and disk tools
  • Handling file system types (ext4, xfs, etc.)
  • Backup and restore methodologies

Basic Networking in Linux

  • Network configuration files and interface management
  • Setup of static and dynamic IP addresses
  • Testing network connectivity using ping, traceroute, and netstat
  • Foundations of DNS, hostname, and routing

Essential Network Services

  • Installation and configuration of OpenSSH
  • Basic setup of Apache/Nginx web servers
  • Core email server components (Postfix overview)
  • Network Time Protocol (NTP) configuration

Software Management and Package Installation

  • Utilizing APT (Debian/Ubuntu) and YUM/DNF (RHEL/CentOS)
  • Installing, updating, and removing software packages
  • Enabling and disabling software repositories

Security, Monitoring, and Automation

  • Best practices for system hardening
  • Utilizing system logs and monitoring tools
  • Scheduling tasks with cron
  • Introduction to bash scripting

Requirements

  • Familiarity with basic computer systems
  • Comprehension of networking fundamentals
  • No prior Linux experience is required, though it is advantageous

Target Audience

  • System administrators
  • IT support personnel
  • Technical professionals responsible for managing Linux environments

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