Linux Training
Master Linux system administration from the command line to the cloud.
Created by Erica AtangaWhat you will learn
✓Navigate and operate confidently in the Linux command-line interface
✓Manage users, groups, permissions, and file systems
✓Configure networking, services, and system startup processes
✓Implement security best practices and harden Linux servers
✓Write shell scripts to automate routine administrative tasks
✓Administer servers and integrate with virtualization and cloud platforms
✓Diagnose and troubleshoot common system and performance issues
✓Monitor and optimize system performance and resource usage
About this course
Course curriculum
8 sections · 34 lessons · 40 hours
Module 1: Performing Basic System Management Tasks7 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Introduction to Linux, Software Installation, and Iso ImagesReading
- ⌑Building your first Linux ServerReading
- ⌑Assigning a Static IP Address to your serverReading
- ⌑Linux FundamentalsReading
- ⌑Linux Command LineReading
- ⌑Linux Directory, file structure, ssh, first patchReading
- ⌑Firewall and PortsReading
Module 2: User Management4 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑User and group management on a Linux serverReading
- ⌑ACLS, Creating users with specific UID and GID, UmaskReading
- ⌑Using the VI Editor and creating links in linuxReading
- ⌑Building windows 2016 and configuring Active Directory (AD)Reading
Module 3: Active Directory Overview7 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Linux CommandsReading
- ⌑Managing Processes and Cron JobsReading
- ⌑Processes and Cron Jobs2Reading
- ⌑DNS Record, create users, add to group, Sles 12 server and AD-13Reading
- ⌑Building Suse, Ubuntu, REHL servers for AD intergrationReading
- ⌑Joining Linux servers to AD DomainReading
- ⌑DocumentationReading
Module 4: Managing Processes6 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Module 1 and 2 Server Build QuizReading
- ⌑Module 1 and 2 Using Management tools quizReading
- ⌑Module 1 and 2 Working with Test files QuizReading
- ⌑Kernel Patch, local Repo on Redhat, Installing Ansible, SSH key-genReading
- ⌑Ansible01Reading
- ⌑Ansible02Reading
Module 5: Kernel Patch5 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Ansible Playbook, Patching with playbook conclusionReading
- ⌑Openldap and PHP LDAP adminReading
- ⌑Creating an LVM on a Customized Linux serverReading
- ⌑Networking in Linux and logsReading
- ⌑Network AssignmentReading
Module 6: Openldap2 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Introduction to AWSReading
- ⌑AWS Intro-creating an AWS account and building an EC2 Instance-02Reading
Module 7: Managing LVM Logical Volumes2 lessons · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑AWS redhat and ssh-03Reading
- ⌑Interview PreparationReading
Module 10: Configuring Network1 lesson · Self-paced⌄
- ⌑Conclusion - LinuxReading
Requirements
- ✓Basic familiarity with computers and operating systems
- ✓A computer capable of running Linux or a virtual machine
- ✓Willingness to practice with the command line
- ✓No prior Linux experience required for the fundamentals
Who this course is for
- ✓Beginners wanting to start a career in Linux administration
- ✓IT professionals expanding into system administration
- ✓Aspiring DevOps and cloud engineers
- ✓Developers who want to manage their own servers
- ✓Anyone preparing for Linux certification exams
Career opportunities
- ✓Linux System Administrator — Manage, maintain, and secure Linux servers and infrastructure for organizations of all sizes.
- ✓DevOps Engineer — Automate deployments and manage scalable infrastructure built on Linux systems.
- ✓Cloud Engineer — Deploy and administer Linux workloads across cloud platforms and virtualized environments.
- ✓IT Support Specialist — Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Linux-based systems and users.
Erica Atanga
An experienced practitioner focused on clear, practical and outcome-driven teaching.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need prior Linux experience to take this course?+
No. The course starts with fundamentals and progresses to advanced topics, so beginners and experienced professionals alike can follow along.
What do I need to practice the exercises?+
A computer that can run Linux natively or through a virtual machine is all you need to complete the hands-on labs.
Will I learn shell scripting?+
Yes. The course includes a dedicated focus on shell scripting to help you automate routine administrative tasks.
Does this course cover cloud and virtualization?+
Yes. Advanced modules explore server administration, virtualization, and cloud integration for modern infrastructure.
Do I receive a certificate?+
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion after finishing the course.