Course Description For many years, Linux has dominated the server install base in the business world-and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future, especially as we transition to the Cloud. This courseware builds on your existing experience with systems operations and administration to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment by using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. The popularity of Linux has led to a greater need for information technology (IT) professionals who can manage servers that run some form of the Linux kernel and the associated GNU tools that make a Linux distribution. What you will learn: Perform basic Linux tasks. Manage users and groups. Manage permissions and ownership. Manage storage. Manage files and directories. Manage kernel modules. Manage the Linux boot process. Manage system components. Manage devices. Manage networking. Manage packages and software. Secure Linux systems. Write and execute Bash shell scripts. Automate tasks. Plan and perform a Linux installation. This course is designed for IT professionals whose primary job responsibility is the management of servers and other devices running the Linux operating system. A typical student in this course should have at least nine months of hands-on Linux experience and at least one and a half years of IT experience in other computing environments. The target student should wish to expand their skill set to support their career in Linux system administration and operation. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Linux+ certification and who want to prepare for Exam XK0-004. CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 Exam ObjectivesPer CompTIA, the following objectives are established for the Linux+ exam XK0-004:CompTIA Linux+ validates the skills of IT professionals with hands-on experience configuring, monitoring, and supporting servers running the Linux operating system. The new exam has an increased focus on the following topics: security, kernel modules, storage andamp; virtualization, device management at an enterprise level, git andamp; automation, networking andamp; firewalls, server-side andamp; command line, server (vs. client-based) coverage, troubleshooting, and SELinux.Potential Career Titles Linux Administrator Network Administrator Technical Support System Administrators Web Deployment Administrators Example Training Video (Not From This Course) LEARN365 Courses Include 12 Months Unlimited Online Access to: Expert Instructor-Led Training: Learn 365 uses only the industry’s finest instructors in the IT industry. They have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields. Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat or rewind all your lectures. This creates a personal learning experience and gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7. Visual Demonstrations andamp; Multimedia Presentations: Our courseware includes instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations that allow students to develop their skills based on real world scenarios explained by the instructor. Learn 365 always focuses on real world scenarios and skill-set development. Quizzes andamp; Exam Simulators: Learn 365’s custom practice exams prepare you for your exams differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. You will have practice quizzes after each module to ensure you are confident on the topic you have completed before proceeding. This will allow you to gauge your effectiveness before moving to the next module in your course. Learn 365 courses also include practice exams designed to replicate and mirror the environment in the testing center. These exams are on average 100 questions to ensure you are 100% prepared before taking your certification exam. Social Learning andamp; Networking: Learn 365 has designed a world class Learning Management System (LMS). This system allows you to interact and collaborate with other students and Learn 365 employees, form study groups, engage in discussions in our NOW@ Forums, rate and like different courses and stay up to date with all the latest industry knowledge through our forums, student contributions and announcement features. Flash Cards andamp; Educational Games: IT online learning knows that education is not a one size fits all approach. Students learn in different ways through different tools. That is why we provide Flash Cards and Education Games throughout our courses. This will allow you to train in ways that keep you engaged and focused. Each course will have dozens of Flash Cards so you can sharpen your skill-sets throughout your training as well as educational games designed to make sure your retention level of the materials is extremely high. Navigation and Controls: Learn 365’s self-paced training programs are designed in a modular fashion to allow you the flexibility to work with expert level instruction anytime 24/7. All courses are arranged in defined sections with navigation controls allowing you to control the pace of your training. This allows students to learn at their own pace around their schedule. Certificate of Completion: Upon completion of your training course, you will receive a Certificate of completion displaying your full name, course completed as well as the date of completion. You can print this out or save it digitally to showcase your accomplishment. Course Outline Module 1: Intro andamp; Performing Basic Linux Tasks Instructor Introduction Course Introduction Identify The Linux Design Philosophy Enter Shell Commands Shell Commands Activity Get Help with Linux Module 2: Managing Users and Groups Assume Superuser and Groups Create, Modify, and Delete Users Create, Modify, and Delete Groups Query Users and Groups Configure Account Profiles Module 3: Managing Permissions and Ownership Modify File and Directory Permissions Modify File and Directory Ownership Configure Special Permissions and Attributes Troubleshoot Permissions Issues Module 4: Managing Storage Create Partitions Manage Logical Volumes Mount File Systems Manage File Systems Navigate the Linux Directory Structure Troubleshoot Storage Issues Module 5: Managing Files and Directories Create and Edit Text Files Search for Files Perform Operations on Files and Directories Process Text Files Manipulate File Output Module 6: Managing Kernel Modules Explore the Linux Kernel Install and Configure Kernel Modules Monitor Kernel Modules Module 7: Managing the Linux Boot Process Configure Linux Boot Components Configure GRUB Module 8: Managing System Components Configure Localization Options Configure GUIs Manage Services Troubleshoot Process Issues Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues Module 9: Managing Devices Identify the Types of Linux Configure Devices Monitor Devices Troubleshoot Hardware Issues Module 10: Managing Networking Identify TCP/IP Fundamentals Identify Linux Server Roles Connect to a Network Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies Troubleshoot Networking Issues Module 11: Managing Packages and Software Identify Package Managers Manage RPM Packages with YUM Manage Debian Packages with APT Configure Repositories Acquire Software Build Software from Source Code Troubleshoot Software Dependency Issues Module 12: Securing Linux Systems Implement Cybersecurity Best Practices Implement Identity and Access Management Methods Configure SELinux or AppArmor Configure Firewalls Implement Logging Services Back Up, Restore, and Verify Data Module 13: Working with Bash Scripts Customize the Bash Shell Environment Identify Scripting and Programming Fundamentals Write and Execute a Simple Bash Script Incorporate Control Statements in Bash Scripts Module 14: Automating Tasks Schedule Jobs Implement Version Control Using Git Identify Orchestration Concepts Module 15: Installing Linux Prepare for Linux Installation Perform the Installation Need to train your Team? 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