• Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
Course Description

Fundamentals of Linux teaches students basic Linux command line usage and filesystem structure, how to configure, evaluate and troubleshoot common management services used on today’s Linux systems, and well as how to configure and test a Linux-based firewall. Linux System Administrators are often responsible for managing systems containing critical or sensitive data and infrastructure. The ability to securely and effectively manage Linux systems is paramount to any IT security job role. Completion of this module will prepare students to handle the basic requisite tasks associated with configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Linux management tools, services, and firewalls.

Learning Objectives

Basic Linux command line usage and filesystem structure, how to configure, evaluate and troubleshoot common management services used on today’s Linux systems, and well as how to configure and test a Linux-based firewall.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

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