The Linux System Administration course gets you started with Linux. You learn the basics of administering your Linux system.
Objectives:
Gain experience with basic Linux administration tasks.
Understand the Linux phenomenon.
Explore command line and GUI utilities.
Learn system processes.
Configure printing and networking.
Prepare for Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) Level 1.
Key Topics:
Linux and its philosophy
Uses of Linux
Installation demo
Login (GUI)
Filesystem (GUI)
Command line
Basic file management
Streams, pipes, redirects
Printing
Networking
Introduction to Linux administration
GUI-based administration utilities
User management
Files (types, permissions, locations)
System processes
Devices
X Window System configuration
Workstation installation
Audience
Those who are taking first steps into using Linux and want to learn how to administer their Linux system
Prerequisites
Basic computer experience with an understanding of common terms and tasks relating to administration; Basic understanding of computer operating systems