CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-004)

For many years, Linux has dominated the server install base in the business world—and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future, especially as we transition to the Cloud. This courseware builds on your existing experience with systems operations and administration to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment by using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. The popularity of Linux has led to a greater need for information technology (IT) professionals who can manage servers that run some form of the Linux kernel and the associated GNU tools that make a Linux distribution.

What you will learn:

• Perform basic Linux tasks.
• Manage users and groups.
• Manage permissions and ownership.
• Manage storage.
• Manage files and directories.
• Manage kernel modules.
• Manage the Linux boot process.
• Manage system components.
• Manage devices.
• Manage networking.
• Manage packages and software.
• Secure Linux systems.
• Write and execute Bash shell scripts.
• Automate tasks.
• Plan and perform a Linux installation.

This course is designed for IT professionals whose primary job responsibility is the management of servers and other devices running the Linux operating system. A typical student in this course should have at least nine months of hands-on Linux experience and at least one and a half years of IT experience in other computing environments. The target student should wish to expand their skill set to support their career in Linux system administration and operation.  This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Linux+ certification and who want to prepare for Exam XK0-004.

Module 1: Intro & Performing Basic Linux Tasks
1. Instructor Introduction
2. Course Introduction
3. Identify The Linux Design Philosophy
4. Enter Shell Commands
5. Shell Commands Activity
6. Get Help with Linux
Module 2: Managing Users and Groups
1. Assume Superuser and Groups
2. Create, Modify, and Delete Users
3. Create, Modify, and Delete Groups
4. Query Users and Groups
5. Configure Account Profiles
Module 3: Managing Permissions and Ownership
1. Modify File and Directory Permissions
2. Modify File and Directory Ownership
3. Configure Special Permissions and Attributes
4. Troubleshoot Permissions Issues
Module 4: Managing Storage
1. Create Partitions
2. Manage Logical Volumes
3. Mount File Systems
4. Manage File Systems
5. Navigate the Linux Directory Structure
6. Troubleshoot Storage Issues
Module 5: Managing Files and Directories
1. Create and Edit Text Files
2. Search for Files
3. Perform Operations on Files and Directories
4. Process Text Files
5. Manipulate File Output
Module 6: Managing Kernel Modules
1. Explore the Linux Kernel
2. Install and Configure Kernel Modules
3. Monitor Kernel Modules
Module 7: Managing the Linux Boot Process
1. Configure Linux Boot Components
2. Configure GRUB
Module 8: Managing System Components
1. Configure Localization Options
2. Configure GUIs
3. Manage Services
4. Troubleshoot Process Issues
5. Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues
Module 9: Managing Devices
1. Identify the Types of Linux
2. Configure Devices
3. Monitor Devices
4. Troubleshoot Hardware Issues

1. Identify TCP/IP Fundamentals
2. Identify Linux Server Roles
3. Connect to a Network
4. Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services
5. Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
6. Troubleshoot Networking Issues