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Building Linux Servers: Unit 3

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Building Linux Servers: Unit 3

This course is part of Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization

Instructors: Pearson

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1 module

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4 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master the installation and configuration of DNS on a Linux server.
Gain proficiency in setting up and managing DNS zones for forward and reverse lookups.
Understand and implement Dynamic DNS (DDNS) in conjunction with DHCP.
Develop the ability to test and troubleshoot DNS configurations for optimal performance.

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization

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There is 1 module in this course

In this course, you'll delve into the intricacies of DNS, from understanding its fundamental role in translating domain names to IP addresses, to configuring and managing your own DNS server. Through hands-on lessons, you'll learn to install and configure DNS on a Linux server, explore the dynamic interplay between DNS and DHCP, and master the art of DNS resolution. By the end of this course, you'll possess the expertise to manage DNS effectively, ensuring robust and efficient network operations.

In this module, you will explore the fundamentals of the Domain Name System (DNS) and its critical role in network communication. You will learn how DNS translates domain names into IP addresses, a process essential for both internet and local network operations. The module will guide you through preparing your system to function as a DNS server, including the installation and configuration of DNS services on a Linux server. Additionally, you will work with Dynamic DNS (DDNS) and examine its integration with DHCP servers to enable automatic updates of DNS records. By the end of this module, you will have a practical understanding of DNS administration and its application in professional environments.

What's included

19 videos3 assignments

19 videos Total 133 minutes

Module Introduction 1 minute
Learning objectives 1 minute
Introduction to DNS 5 minutes
DNS Server Installation 10 minutes
Overview of the Built-in DNS Configuration Files 3 minutes
Running DNS on CentOS 5 minutes
Learning objectives 2 minutes
named.conf.options 8 minutes
named.conf.local 7 minutes
Forward Lookup Zones 9 minutes
Reverse Lookup Zones 4 minutes
Verifying Zones and Testing the DNS Server 9 minutes
DNS Client Configuration 15 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Introduction to Dynamic DNS 9 minutes
Installing the DHCP-DDNS Server 9 minutes
Configuring the Dynamic DNS and DHCP Servers 10 minutes
Configuring the DNS Server 7 minutes
Testing & Troubleshooting the DHCP-DDNS Server and Clients 18 minutes

3 assignments Total 90 minutes

DNS Introduction and Preparation Quiz 30 minutes
DNS Configuration Quiz 30 minutes
DHCP-DDNS Quiz 30 minutes

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