Linux Administrator
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course Duration 60 Hours
The Linux system administrators are responsible for installing, configuring and maintaining the Linux servers and workstations. They are responsible for maintaining the network environment as well as the health of the network and servers.
They make sure that they provide solutions by complying with the security standards of the company. They support the requests of the users and solve any problems related with the Linux servers and workstations.
They are involved in setting up and configuring new systems, installing and maintaining the application software and coordinating the networking connectivity.They remain updated with the current knowledge in Linux system and are responsible for evaluating the hardware and software technologies.
Job Outlook of Linux Administrator
Linux Administrators can work in a variety of roles, including System Administrator, Network Administrator, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer, and IT Support Specialist. According to recent data, the average salary for a Linux Administrator in the U.S. ranges from $70,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and specific job responsibilities. Hence, The job outlook for Linux Administrators is strong and growing, reflecting the increasing importance of Linux systems in various IT environments.
Why become a Linux Administrator?
Linux Administration serves as a foundation for advancing into specialized roles such as DevOps Engineer, Cloud Engineer, or Systems Architect. The integration of DevOps practices and automation in IT operations enhances the demand for Linux professionals skilled in automation tools and scripting. Certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), and Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) are highly valued and recognized by employers.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of a Linux Administrator course is to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to manage and maintain Linux-based systems effectively. This course typically covers a range of topics related to Linux system administration, including installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting of Linux environments.
COURSE CONTENT
- Log in and out
- Common Linux commands
- Files and directories and their operation
- Grub, system shutdown, and bootup
- String processing
- Text editors and text processors
- Files and directory permissions
- Overview of Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- How to use RHEL GUI
- String processing; vi exercise
- Files and directory permissions
- Get familiar with threads
- Exercise on common commands
- Log in and log out
- File and directory operations
- Play with run level
- How to login as root if you forget root password
- System services
- Package management
- Introduction to System processes management
- Installation
- Users and groups management
- Manipulate xterm from CLI
- Install RHEL 5 interactively
- Install, remove, and build rpm
- Configure a private yum repository to install packages from
- Process monitoring and control
- Create new service
- Examining user information
- Create, modify, and remove user account and group
- Disk partitioning and file system
- Xwindow system and desktop managers
- Print services
- Kernel
- Backup, restore and compression
- Job scheduling and system logging
- Partition disk
- Upgrade kernel
- Print processing
- Secure the cron access
- Customizing the graphical environment
- DNS – DHCP – NIS
- Linux file system essential
- Linux backup
- Setup cron and at
- Create, modify, and remove file system
- Basic network
- Network interface administration and routing
- Basic network clients
- Add and delete router
- Build DNS server
- Build a NIS domain
- Internet services and electronic mail
- NFS – Autofs
- Configure network interface
- DNS client
- Build DHCP server
- NIS daily operation
- Network time protocol
- Kickstart installation
- Build a mail server
- network file system for user home directory and utilities
- Build a NFS kickstart installation server
- Bash shell scripting
- System and network security and their troubleshooting
- NTP Configuration and operation
- Move local user’s home directory to remote autofs home directory
- Web and caching proxy servers
- Sed and Awk
- Enable web server
- Bash shell
- Make the system more secure
- Bash shell scripting exercises
