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Course Outline
Day 1: The Linux Foundation
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Module 1: Introduction to Linux Architecture
- The Linux philosophy vs. Windows.
- Navigating the Command Line Interface (CLI) effectively.
- File system hierarchy standards.
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Module 2: Installation & Configuration
- Step-by-step Ubuntu Server installation.
- Network configuration (Netplan).
- User and Group management basics.
- File permissions and ownership (chmod, chown).
Day 2: Package Management & Remote Security
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Module 3: Advanced Software Management
- Mastering APT (Advanced Package Tool).
- Managing repositories and handling dependencies.
- System updates and patching strategies.
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Module 4: Secure Remote Administration
- SSH configuration and key-based authentication (passwordless login).
- Securing the SSH daemon (fail2ban basics).
- Connecting remotely from Windows clients.
Day 3: Automation & Identity Management (New)
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Module 5: Scripting & Automation
- Introduction to Bash scripting.
- Automating backups and system checks.
- Cron jobs for scheduled task management.
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Module 6: Centralized Identity with Samba (Active Directory)
- Concept: Understanding LDAP and Active Directory protocols in Linux.
- Implementation: Installing and configuring Samba as an Active Directory Domain Controller.
- Management: Creating and managing Users and Groups via RSAT (Remote Server Administration Tools) or CLI.
- Integration: Authenticating Linux clients against the Samba AD (Winbind/SSSD).
Day 4: Web Services & Storage Integration
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Module 7: Web Server Administration
- Installing and configuring Apache/Nginx.
- Virtual Hosts configuration (hosting multiple sites).
- SSL/TLS basics for secure web traffic.
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Module 8: NAS & Storage Management
- Understanding NFS and CIFS/Samba protocols.
- Mounting NAS shares for persistent storage.
- Automating mounts at boot (fstab configuration).
Day 5: Troubleshooting & Real-World Scenarios
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Module 9: Advanced System Troubleshooting
- Resource monitoring (top, htop, free).
- Network diagnostics (ping, netstat, traceroute, tcpdump).
- Capstone Lab: Diagnosing a "broken" server environment and restoring service.
Requirements
- Strong background in Windows Server environments. No prior Linux experience is required.
Audience
- IT Professionals,
- System Administrators
35 Hours
Delivery Options
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Private Group Prices RRP from £9500 online delivery, based on a group of 2 delegates, £3000 per additional delegate (excludes any certification / exam costs). We recommend a maximum group size of 12 for most learning events.
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