Course Outline
Introduction to Linux System Administration
- Defining Linux system administration
- Roles and responsibilities of a Linux system administrator
- Overview of the LFCS certification and its significance
Linux Fundamentals and File Management
- Linux distributions and package management strategies
- Filesystem hierarchy and navigation techniques
- File permissions and ownership structures
System Configuration and Process Management
- Managing users and groups
- Handling processes and daemons
- Controlling system startup and shutdown procedures
Package Management and Software Installation
- Managing software packages using package managers
- Repository management and software deployment
- Executing software updates and upgrades
Networking Fundamentals
- Network configuration and troubleshooting techniques
- IP addressing, subnets, and routing
- DNS configuration and resolution
Filesystem Management and Storage
- Managing storage devices and partitions
- Creating and maintaining filesystems
- Logical Volume Management (LVM)
Security and Access Control
- User authentication and authorization mechanisms
- File and directory permissions
- Firewall configuration with iptables
Shell Scripting and Automation
- Core concepts of shell scripting
- Automating tasks through shell scripts
- Cron jobs and task scheduling
System Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring system performance and resource utilization
- Managing log files and logging systems
- Troubleshooting system issues
Network Services and Security
- Configuring SSH for secure remote access
- Setting up a basic web server (Apache/Nginx)
- Implementing SSL/TLS certificates
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- System recovery and rescue operations
- Troubleshooting common system issues
- Performing system backups
Summary and Next Steps
- Key takeaways from the course
- Preparing for the LFCS certification exam
- Resources for continued learning and career advancement
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of the Linux command-line interface
- Comprehension of core networking principles
- Basic understanding of system administration concepts
Target Audience
- System Administrators
- IT Professionals
- Aspiring Linux System Administrators
Testimonials (2)
- Trainer had a positive attitude, was willing to try to adapt to our requests(to maybe slow down in some areas, explain more times, learn from our work experiences) - the fact that we had a lot of hands on exercises/labs
Cosmin - Emerson
Course - Linux Foundation - Certified Systems Administrator (LFCS)
Structure, and complexity of the course.