Linux Course Outline
This course outline is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Linux, from basic concepts to advanced system administration. It is suitable for beginners, intermediate users, and professionals looking to enhance their Linux skills.
Module 1: Introduction to Linux
What is Linux?
History and evolution of Linux
Linux distributions: Ubuntu, CentOS, Fedora, Debian, etc.
Linux vs. Windows vs. macOS
Linux Architecture
Kernel, Shell, and User Space
File System Hierarchy
Getting Started with Linux
Installing Linux (Dual Boot, Virtual Machine, or Cloud)
Basic commands: ls, cd, pwd, mkdir, rm, cp, mv
Using the Terminal and Shell
Module 2: Linux File System and Permissions
File System Basics
Understanding directories and files
Navigating the file system
File types: Regular, Directory, Symbolic Links
File Permissions and Ownership
Understanding chmod, chown, and chgrp
Permission levels: Read, Write, Execute
Special permissions: SUID, SGID, Sticky Bit
Managing Files and Directories
Creating, deleting, and renaming files and directories
Searching for files: find, locate, which
Archiving and compression: tar, gzip, zip
Module 3: Linux Shell and Scripting
Shell Basics
Common shells: Bash, Zsh, Fish
Environment variables
Command history and aliases
Shell Scripting
Writing and executing scripts
Variables, loops, and conditionals
Functions and command-line arguments
Advanced Scripting
Regular expressions
Text processing: grep, awk, sed
Automating tasks with cron jobs
Module 4: User and Group Management
User Management
Adding, modifying, and deleting users
Password management
User profiles and environment settings
Group Management
Creating and managing groups
Adding users to groups
Group permissions and ownership
Sudo and Privilege Escalation
Understanding sudo
Configuring sudoers file
Best practices for privilege management
Module 5: System Administration
Process Management
Viewing and managing processes: ps, top, htop
Killing processes: kill, pkill, killall
Process scheduling: nice, renice
System Monitoring and Performance
Monitoring system resources: vmstat, iostat, sar
Log files and log management: /var/log, journalctl
Disk usage and management: df, du, fdisk
Package Management
Package managers: apt, yum, dnf, pacman
Installing, updating, and removing software
Managing repositories
Module 6: Networking in Linux
Networking Basics
Network configuration: ifconfig, ip, nmcli
Network files: /etc/hosts, /etc/resolv.conf
Testing connectivity: ping, traceroute, netstat
Network Services
SSH: Secure Shell for remote access
FTP/SFTP: File transfer protocols
Web servers: Apache, Nginx
Firewall and Security
Configuring firewalls: iptables, ufw
Securing SSH access
Network security best practices
Module 7: Advanced Topics
Disk Management and File Systems
Partitioning disks: fdisk, parted
File system types: ext4, XFS, Btrfs
Mounting and unmounting file systems
Backup and Recovery
Backup strategies and tools: rsync, dd, tar
Disaster recovery planning
Restoring data from backups
Virtualization and Containers
Introduction to virtualization: KVM, VirtualBox
Containerization with Docker
Orchestration with Kubernetes
Module 8: Hands-On Labs and Projects
Lab 1: Installing and Configuring Linux
Lab 2: Managing Files and Permissions
Lab 3: Writing and Executing Shell Scripts
Lab 4: User and Group Management
Lab 5: System Monitoring and Performance Tuning
Lab 6: Configuring Network Services
Capstone Project: Setting Up a Linux Server for a Web Application
Module 9: Certification Preparation
Overview of Linux Certifications
Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC)
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
CompTIA Linux+
Exam Tips and Strategies
Key topics and question patterns
Practice exams and mock tests
Resources for Further Learning
Linux documentation and man pages
Online courses and study guides
Community forums and support
Additional Resources
Linux Documentation and Man Pages
Online Communities and Forums
Recommended Books and Online Courses
Course Duration
Beginner Level: 4-6 weeks (8-10 hours per week)
Intermediate/Advanced Level: 6-8 weeks (10-12 hours per week)
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