This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems, who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of Linux concepts and skills to prepare for a career in Linux support or administration, or to prepare for the CompTIA® Linux+® certification examination.
This course can benefit you in two ways. If your job duties include Linux troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance, or if you are preparing for any type of Linux-related career, it provides the background knowledge and skills you will require to be successful. In addition, if you intend to pass the CompTIA® Linux+® Powered by LPI certification examinations (LX0-103 and LX0-104) , this course can be a significant part of your preparation. A typical student preparing for the exams should have at least 6 to 12 months of Linux experience.
Study Options | Self-Study with Labs, Virtual Instructor-Led |
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VILT Dates | Dec 3-7, Feb 4-8, Apr 8-12, N/A |
Prerequisites
None. However it is highly recommended to achieve A+ Certification first, or have 9 – 12 months of work experience including:
- Configure and support PC, laptop, mobile (smartphone/tablet), and print devices
- Know basic network terminology and functions (such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, switches, routers)
- Configure and manage users, groups, and shared resources in a simple SOHO network
- Understand the use of basic access control measures, such as authentication, security policy, encryption, and firewalls.
Course Syllabus
Lesson 1: Performing Basic Linux Tasks
Topic A: Identify the History and Development of Linux
Topic B: Enter Shell Commands
Topic C: Get Help Using Linux
Topic D: Start and Stop Linux
Lesson 2: Managing User and Group Accounts
Topic A: Create User and Group Accounts
Topic B: Configure User Profiles
Topic C: Administer User and Group Accounts
Lesson 3: Managing Partitions and the Linux Filesystem
Topic A: Create Partitions
Topic B: Navigate Through the Linux Filesystem
Topic C: Manage the Filesystem
Topic D: Maintain the Filesystem
Lesson 4: Managing Files in Linux
Topic A: Create and Edit Text Files
Topic B: Locate Files
Topic C: Search Text Using Regular Expressions
Topic D: Apply Filters to Text Streams
Topic E: Link Files
Topic F: Back Up and Restore Files
Topic G: Manage Databases Using MariaDB
Lesson 5: Managing Linux Permissions and Ownership
Topic A: Modify File and Directory Permissions
Topic B: Modify Default Permissions
Topic C: Modify File and Directory Ownership
Topic D: Set Special Permissions and Attributes
Lesson 6: Printing Files
Topic A: Configure a Local Printer
Topic B: Print Files
Topic C: Configure Remote Printing
Lesson 7: Managing Packages
Topic A: Manage Packages Using RPM
Topic B: Verify Packages
Topic C: Upgrade Packages
Topic D: Configure Repositories
Topic E: Manage Packages Using YUM
Topic F: Advanced Package and Application Management
Lesson 8: Managing Kernel Services
Topic A: Explore the Linux Kernel
Topic B: Customize Kernel Modules
Topic C: Create an initrd Image
Topic D: Manage Device Drivers and Hardware Devices
Topic E: Monitor Processes and Resources
Lesson 9: Working with the Bash Shell and Shell Scripts
Topic A: Perform Basic Bash Shell Operations
Topic B: Write a Bash Shell Script
Topic C: Customize the Bash Shell
Topic D: Redirect Standard Input and Output
Topic E: Use Control Statements in Shell Scripts
Lesson 10: Managing Jobs and Processes
Topic A: Manage Jobs and Background Processes
Topic B: Manage Processes Using the Process Table
Topic C: Delay and Detach Jobs
Topic D: Schedule Jobs
Topic E: Maintain the System Time
Lesson 11: Managing System Services
Topic A: Configure System Services
Topic B: Monitor System Logs
Topic C: Configure Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux)
Lesson 12: Configuring Network Services
Topic A: Connect to a Network
Topic B: Configure Routes
Topic C: Configure Client Network Services
Topic D: Manage Remote Network Systems
Lesson 13: Configuring Basic Internet Services
Topic A: Configure Email Services
Topic B: Control Internet Services
Lesson 14: Securing Linux
Topic A: Implement Basic System Security
Topic B: Secure User Accounts
Lesson 15: Managing Hardware
Topic A: Identify Common Hardware Components and Resources
Topic B: Configure Removable Hardware
Topic C: Configure Disk Quotas
Lesson 16: Troubleshooting Linux Systems
Topic A: Troubleshoot System-Based Issues
Topic B: Troubleshoot Hardware Issues
Topic C: Troubleshoot Network Connection and Security Issues
Lesson 17: Installing Linux
Topic A: Prepare for Installation
Topic B: The Linux Boot Process
Topic C: Configure GRUB
Topic D: Install the Operating System
Lesson 18: Configuring the GUI
Topic A: Implement X
Topic B: Customize the Display Manager
Topic C: Enable Accessibility Settings in Linux
Appendix A: Taking the Exams
Appendix B: Mapping Course Content to the CompTIA® Linux+® Powered by LPI (Exams LX0-103 and LX0-104) Exam Objectives
Appendix C: Syntax
Appendix D: Additional Security Topics
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