Rocky Linux Server: An Alternative to Red Hat

An Alternative to Red Hat


What you'll learn
Mastering Linux Server Administration: Students will be able to comprehend the fundamental concepts of Linux server administration, including installation, conf
Advanced Command Line Skills: Students will develop strong skills in using the Linux command line, enabling them to efficiently navigate the system, manage file
Configuration and Management of Network Services: Students will learn to configure and manage network services such as Samba for file sharing, SSH for remote se
Implementation of Advanced Administration Techniques: Students will gain knowledge of advanced server administration techniques, such as configuring RAID for da

Requirements
Basic Computer Skills: Students should have a general understanding of how to use a computer, including basic file management and familiarity with common software applications.
Understanding of Operating Systems: While not mandatory, a basic understanding of operating systems, such as Windows or macOS, would be beneficial for grasping Linux concepts more easily.
Access to a Computer: Students will need access to a computer with internet connectivity to download Rocky Linux and follow along with the course exercises.
Virtualization Software (Optional): For students who want to practice installing Rocky Linux in a virtual environment, having virtualization software like VirtualBox installed on their computer would be helpful. However, this is optional, as students can also install Rocky Linux on physical hardware if available.
Curiosity and Eagerness to Learn: Most importantly, students should come to the course with a willingness to learn and explore new concepts in Linux server administration. No prior experience with Linux is required, but a positive attitude towards learning is essential for success in the course.

Description
Rocky Linux Server: An Alternative to Red Hat
Introduction:
1. Introduction
2. What is a computer server?
3. What is Linux?
4. Rocky Linux: An Alternative to Red Hat
5. Downloading Rocky Linux 9
6. Virtualbox install
7. Installing Rocky Linux 9 Server
Command Line Fundamentals:
8. Navigating the system (ls, cd)
9. Working with directories and files (mkdir, rmdir, nano, rm)
10. Basic output (cat, TAB, &&, "", \)
11. Security basics (sudo)
12. Managing output (|, grep, less)
13. Copying and moving files (cp, mv, rsync)
14. Shutting down the system (reboot, shutdown)
15. Additional content: Runlevels (telinit)
16. The 'sudoers' file
17. More learning: HELP!
User Management and Permissions:
18. Changing the system date and time
19. User management, part 1 (useradd, groupadd, passwd)
20. User management, part 2 (userdel, groupdel, usermod)
21. Package management and understanding dependencies (dnf)
22. Basic Networking, Part 1
23. Basic Networking, Part 2
24. Wireless Networking
25. Permissions, Part 1
26. Permissions, Part 2
27. Additional content: Managing Permissions with ACLs
Filesystem and Storage Management:
28. Filesystem Management, Part 1
29. Filesystem Management, Part 2
Advanced Administration:
30. An Introduction to RAID
31. Forming a RAID array
32. Replacing a failed disk in a RAID array
33. Destroying an array
34. Samba: Preliminary configuration
34. Samba: Working with shares
35. Using SSH to remote connect to the server
36. Setting up and using the Apache Web Server
37. Automating tasks with cron jobs
Additional Tools:
38. Browsing the web with 'links'
39. GUI management with Cockpit
40. Process management (ps, top, fg, kill)
41. Using WinSCP for FTP access
42. Compression (.tar, .zip, .tar.gz, .tar. bz2 files)
43. Monitoring and Performance Tuning
44. Backup and Disaster Recovery
45. Troubleshooting and Debugging
This comprehensive program covers various aspects of Rocky Linux Server administration, providing both fundamental and advanced knowledge.
Who this course is for:
IT Professionals and System Administrators: Those seeking to enhance their skills in Linux server administration, whether to expand their existing skill set or to migrate to a Rocky Linux-based environment.
Computer Science and Technology Students: University students or those from similar educational institutions who want to gain practical knowledge in Linux server administration as part of their academic training or to prepare for future careers in information technology.
Technology Enthusiasts and Self-Learners: Individuals passionate about technology who want to explore the world of Linux servers and learn how to configure and manage their own servers for personal projects, web development, or any other purpose.
Career Transitioners: Those considering a career change to the field of information technology and aiming to start with a solid foundation in Linux server administration.
Linux Beginners: People with no prior experience in Linux who want to learn from scratch about server administration using a popular distribution like Rocky Linux.

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