Linux Administration (Linux+ Certification)
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Course Benefits
This course provides students with knowledge of managing software and hardware with Linux Operating System. This course will also teach them how to manage files, boot Linux, edit files, and configure the X Window system. The student will be able to manage users and groups; tune user and system environments; use system log files; and maintain the system time. It also prepares students for the CompTIA Linux+ Certification Exam.
About CompTIA Linux+ Certification
CompTIA Linux+ Certification exam validates the competencies required by systems administrator supporting Linux systems.
Topics Covered
Exploring Linux Command-Line Tools
- Understanding Command-Line Basics
- Using Regular Expressions, Streams, Redirection, and Pipes
- Processing Text Using Filters
Managing Software
- Using RPM & Debian Packages and Converting Package Formats
- Package Dependencies, Concepts and Conflicts
- Managing Shared Libraries and Processes
Configuring Hardware
- Understanding the Role of the Firmware
- Configuring the Firmware, Core Hardware, Expansion Cards, PCI Cards and USB Devices
- Designing and Configuring a Hard Disk Layout
- Creating and Maintaining Partitions and Filesystems
- Mounting and Unmounting Filesystems and monitoring Filesystem Health
Managing Files
- Using File Management Commands
- Managing Disk Quotas, File Ownership, Controlling Access to Files and Locating Files
Booting Linux and Editing Files
- Installing Boot Loaders
- Understanding the Boot Process & Vi Modes and Dealing with Runlevels and the Initialization Process
- Using Alternative Boot Systems, Configuring Upstart and Exploring Basic Text-Editing Procedures
Configuring the X Window System, Localization, and Printing
- Configuring Basic X Features, X Fonts, Printing, Localization and Internationalization
- Managing GUI Logins and Using X for Remote Access
Administering the System
- Managing Users and Groups
- Tuning User and System Environments
- Using System Log Files
- Maintaining the System Time
Exams Prepared For
- CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)
