Linux+ Certification
Course Type:
Self-paced Courses
Estimated Time of Completion:
17 hours 42 minutes
CEU Credits:
Language:
English
Description:
In this course you will define and identify origins, benefits, drawbacks, and uses of the Linux operating system. You will log in, enter commands, shut down and restart your Linux workstation, create and configure users and groups, and manage the filesystem. You will use Linux text editors and redirection to create and modify files. You will then archive files with tar, cpio, and other commands, work in the X Window environment, manage print services, and add and update packages through package management utilities.
Objectives:
- After completing this course you will be able to configure the Linux environment, multitask commands, manage multitasking, and configure and manage services and network services. You will also be able to work with hardware, troubleshoot Linux systems, prepare for Linux system installation, and install a custom Linux installation.
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Content Outline:
History and Development of Linux
A Brief History of Linux
Benefits of Linux
Acquiring and Using Linux
Examining Linux Distributions
System Access
Logging In and Using the Linux System
Entering Commands
Getting Help
Obtaining Information About Your System
Logging In and Using Remote Linux Systems
Starting and Stopping Linux
Shutting Down a Linux System
Booting a Linux System
Other Boot Methods
User Accounts
Creating Additional User Accounts
Creating Groups
Managing Users
Managing Groups
Introduction to the Filesystem
Filesystem Navigation
Managing the Filesystem
Performing Filesystem Maintenance
Locating Files
Working with Linux Permissions
Understanding Permissions
Changing File and Directory Permissions
Changing Default Permissions and Ownership
Setting Daemon and Process Permissions
Evaluating System Security
Creating and Viewing Files
Using the vi Editor
Using Other Editors
Examining File Contents
Redirection
Archiving Files
Archiving Files with tar
Archiving Files with cpio
Archiving Files with Other Utilities
Zipping Files
Examining Backup Issues
Working in X Windows
Introduction to X Windows and GNOME
Managing Files and Filesystems
Customizing X Windows
Configuring X Windows
Choosing and Changing Window Managers and Desktops
Remote X Window Access
Printing Files
Configuring a Local Printer
Printing
Managing Print Spools and Queues
Configuring Remote Printers
Package Management
Examining Package Solutions
Managing Packages with RPM
Verifying and Repairing Applications
Upgrading and Freshening Packages
Configuring the Linux Environment
Examining Shells
Using Variables
Examining Linux Configuration Script Files
Examining System Startup Files
Examining the /etc/fstab File
Examining the cron System
Creating a Shell Script
Multitasking
Managing Jobs and Background Processes
Using the Process Table to Manage Processes
Introducing Delayed and Detached Jobs
Configuring and Managing Services
Starting and Stopping Services
Identifying Core and Non-critical Services
Configuring Basic Client Services
Configuring Basic Internet Services
Working with Modules
Managing Network Services
Identifying Networking Concepts
Configuring Basic Network Services and Settings
Managing Network Services
Managing Remote Network Serv
Working with Hardware
ROM BIOS
Installing and Configuring Add-In Hardware
Removing and Replacing Hardware
Installing and Configuring Hard Drives
FireWire Ports
Documenting Work Performed on a System
Troubleshooting Linux Systems
Understanding a Practical Troubleshooting Model
Troubleshooting Equipment Problems
Troubleshooting System Problems
Troubleshooting Application and Package Problems
Troubleshooting the Linux Operating System
Preparing for a Linux Installation
Gathering Installation Information
Creating Installation Disks
Partitioning the Disk
Installing Red Hat Linux 7.0 Using the Workstation Class
Installing Red Hat Linux
Configuring Linux
Installing Red Hat Linux 7.0 with the Custom Class
Why Use the Custom Class?
Installing Linux Using the Custom Class
Partitioning the System
Choosing Which Packages to Install
Appendix
Certification Map to the Exam Blue Print
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