Course Outline
Introduction to Linux
- Defining Linux: History and ecosystem overview
- Overview of distributions (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS)
- Linux applications in enterprise and cloud settings
Getting Started with the Command Line
- Logging in, terminal fundamentals, and shells (bash, zsh)
- Grasping prompts, commands, options, and arguments
- Essential navigation commands (pwd, ls, cd)
Managing Files and Directories
- Creating, viewing, and editing files (touch, cat, nano/vim)
- File operations (cp, mv, rm)
- Understanding directory hierarchy and structures
Understanding Permissions
- File and directory permissions
- Overview of users and groups
- Utilizing chmod, chown, and chgrp commands
Users and Processes
- Listing and managing user accounts
- Switching user accounts (su, sudo)
- Viewing and controlling processes (ps, top, kill)
Package Management Basics
- Introduction to package managers (yum/dnf/apt)
- Installing, updating, and removing software
Networking Fundamentals
- Checking connectivity (ping, ifconfig/ip)
- Basic host configuration
- SSH access and establishing secure remote connections
Introduction to Shell Scripting
- Defining what a script is
- Writing basic shell scripts
- Working with variables, loops, and conditional constructs
System Monitoring and Troubleshooting
- Monitoring disk usage and system load (df, du, free)
- Reviewing logs and system messages (journalctl/syslog)
- Applying basic troubleshooting techniques
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
Required Knowledge
- Familiarity with general computer usage (no prior Linux/Unix background necessary)
Technical Requirements
- A laptop equipped with access to a Linux environment (either physical hardware or virtualized)
- SSH client (for remote labs) or the capability to run a local virtual machine
- Internet connectivity (essential for online training and accessing resources)
Disclaimer: This course forms part of the NobleProg global training portfolio. Delivery is facilitated through authorized NobleProg network partner entities, such as NobleProg Ontario Inc.
Testimonials (2)
deeper knowledge on file structure and the way Linux works many new commands and possibilities to obtain results very well described
Florin Bejan
Course - Getting Started with Linux Fundamentals
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