• Online, Self-Paced

In this course, the FreeBSD pkg tool is introduced as a method of querying and installing Unix software packages. You'll also learn how to apply updates and remove software.

Learning Objectives

Unix Software Packages

  • start the course
  • describe how Unix handles software installation and maintenance
  • use the pkg tool to install software
  • use the pkg tool to view and update software
  • use the pkg tool to remove software

Practice: Installing and Managing Software

  • manage software on a Unix host

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.

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