This course teaches students intermediate Linux command line usage and Linux administration techniques. You will learn how to interface with Linux servers, troubleshoot Linux related issues, and ensure secure best practices. Through a series of labs and lectures, you will also be able to use Linux to properly configure systems and processes to automate organizational requirements. Completion of this course will ensure you are able to understand Linux best practices for authentication, security, and firewalls.
Learning Objectives
Perform basic command line usage and syntax|Perform package management on Linux|Identify basic file system structure|Identify and describe common management services on Linux, and the use case for each|Configure and troubleshoot various common management services on Linux|Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of various service configurations|Perform service hardening on common Linux management services|Configure Linux-based firewall
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