This course covers a wide range of essential topics, including networking fundamentals, System service management, and secure remote access via SSH. You'll gain proficiency in software package management using tools like apt, yum, and dnf, and learn to schedule tasks efficiently with cron and system timers. Dive into process management, understanding how to handle background jobs and manage process priorities. Additionally, explore Linux logging to effectively monitor and troubleshoot your systems. With hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, this course equips you with the practical skills and confidence needed to manage Linux environments efficiently.
Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 3
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Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 3
This course is part of Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) Specialization
Instructors: Pearson
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Master networking basics, System service management, and secure remote access with SSH.
Develop proficiency in software package management using apt, yum, and dnf.
Gain expertise in process management and task scheduling with cron and system timers.
Learn to effectively monitor and troubleshoot systems using Linux logging tools.
Skills you'll gain
- System Configuration
- Linux Commands
- File Systems
- General Networking
- Package and Software Management
- Software Installation
- Service Management
- OS Process Management
- Systems Administration
- Network Administration
- Operating System Administration
- System Monitoring
- File Management
- Remote Access Systems
- Linux Administration
Tools you'll learn
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Assessments
8 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) Specialization
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