Course Outline
Introduction to Linux
- Definition of Linux, history, and ecosystems
- Overview of distributions (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS)
- Linux applications in enterprise and cloud contexts
Getting Started with the Command Line
- Logging in, terminal fundamentals, shells (bash, zsh)
- Understanding 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)
- Directory hierarchy and structures
Understanding Permissions
- File and directory permission settings
- Overview of users and groups
- Commands: chmod, chown, chgrp
Users and Processes
- Listing and managing user accounts
- Switching between users (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 securing remote connections
Introduction to Shell Scripting
- Definition of a script
- Writing basic shell scripts
- Variables, loops, and conditional constructs
System Monitoring and Troubleshooting
- Disk usage and system load (df, du, free)
- Logs and system messages (journalctl/syslog)
- Basic troubleshooting techniques
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
Required Background Knowledge
- Fundamental proficiency in using computers (no prior Linux/Unix experience necessary)
Technical Prerequisites
- A laptop capable of running a Linux environment (physical machine or virtual machine)
- An SSH client (for remote labs) or the ability to run local VMs
- Internet connectivity (essential for online training and accessing resources)
Disclaimer: This course is included in NobleProg's global training portfolio. Delivery is facilitated through authorized NobleProg network partners, 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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