Linux for Network Engineers Training Course
Linux serves as a critical operating system for SDN (software-defined networking) tools. Establishing Linux services for networking unlocks capabilities such as automated network maintenance, server configuration, and testing.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for network engineers seeking to leverage Linux in their network engineering practices.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Configure Linux services for networking.
- Implement Linux-based switches as replacements for traditional switches.
- Utilize Linux commands to manage system processes.
- Set up an SDN to automate network maintenance tasks.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Practical implementation within a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training version of this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
Course Outline
Introduction
Networking in Depth
- Clients and servers
- IP addresses
- Network hubs and switches
- Routers and firewalls
Linux Networking Overview
- Linux NOS (Networking Operating System)
- Cisco IOS Linux commands
Preparing the Development Environment
- Setting up a GNS3 lab
- Installing and configuring a Linux Distro
Linux Fundamentals
- Working with files
- Configuring permissions
- Updating users, groups, and passwords
- Managing processes
GNS3 and Linux
- Working with network testing and internet testing
- Replacing switches
TFTP Servers, DNS Servers, and DHCP Servers
- Configuring and testing TFTP servers
- Configuring and testing dnsmasq DNS servers
- Configuring and testing DHCP servers
- Testing with extra hosts
SDN Configuration
- Working with OpenvSwitch and OpenDaylight
- Creating Docker-based networks
- Using Wireshark
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- A fundamental understanding of computers
Target Audience
- Network Engineers
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