GL120 - Linux Fundamentals

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The "GL120 Linux Fundamentals" course is tailored for IT professionals aiming to enhance their Linux skills, focusing on essential system administration tasks and the automation of routine operations. This detailed program covers a broad spectrum of Linux functionalities, from basic command line operations and filesystem management to setting up and maintaining secure environments. It provides a deep dive into the Linux ecosystem, equipping IT personnel with the necessary tools to manage and optimize Linux-based systems.

In the more advanced sections, the course delves into shell scripting and process management, critical for scripting automated tasks, managing software processes, and scheduling tasks with cron. Participants will gain hands-on experience in writing effective scripts for a variety of administrative tasks, including system monitoring and batch processing. The training also covers process management in depth, including job scheduling, process prioritization, and handling, essential for ensuring optimal performance and stability of Linux systems.

Additionally, the course introduces participants to advanced text manipulation techniques and tools such as sed, awk, and Vim. These tools are fundamental in efficiently handling log files, configuring system settings programmatically, and performing data analysis tasks. By the end of the course, IT professionals will have a solid foundation in managing Linux environments, with practical skills in leveraging Linux for system administration, automation, and technical problem-solving in professional IT settings.

Current Version: B01

Prerequisites:

Students should be comfortable with computers. No familiarity with Linux or other Unix operating systems is required.

Supported Distributions:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8
SUSE Linux Enterprise 15
Ubuntu 18.04 LTS
Recommended Class Length:
5 days
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