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Linux Fundamentals for Security Practitioners
Are you a current or aspiring IT security practitioner who needs a basic introduction to Linux? Take this course to master the Linux operating system and the tools it provides for securing your network environment.
Course Overview
There are no previous courses required to take this Linux training course. It helps to have basic knowledge of hardware, networking, and technical terminology.
Learning Objectives
If you are interested in IT and networking, or if you want to eventually advance to penetration testing and ethical hacking paths, this Linux course is a great place to start your training. By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Explain the origins and structure of Linux
- Know the command-line interface and many useful commands
- Gain familiarity with many of the common tools in Linux
- Gain practical skills as you get your hands dirty using commands to handle basic security problems you will encounter in the wild
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):
Work Roles
Feedback
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