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Unix System Administration Essentials

by Bobby Rogers
57 lessons16 chapters4.5 hReleased 20102 free
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Many new system administrators have been thrown into managing a Unix or Linux system without getting the opportunity to learn the fundamentals that all administrators need. Whether a seasoned Windows administrator or a novice Unix admin, you’ll learn many essential concepts that will enable you to become a better, more knowledgeable and experienced system admin. Veteran VTC author Bobby Rogers will show you the basics, from getting around within the command shell, to more advanced sys admin essentials such as creating user accounts, securing your system and network, managing hardware and software, and much more. This course is a MUST for an up-and-coming Unix administrator. To being learning today, simply click on the movie links.

Course content

Introduction2 lessons
Getting Around in Unix4 lessons
Managing System Boot & Services4 lessons
Managing Users & Groups4 lessons
Administering the File System4 lessons
Backing up systems4 lessons
Managing Software4 lessons
Managing Hardware4 lessons
Configuring X Windows4 lessons
Performance Monitoring & Logging4 lessons
Configuring Network Connections4 lessons
Network Services4 lessons
Configuring Network Security4 lessons
Configuring System Security4 lessons
Course Conclusion2 lessons
Credits1 lessons