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Course Outline
SSH Protocols and Access Security
- An examination of the SSH protocol and its critical role in secure remote connectivity
- Enhancing SSH security through key-based authentication methods
- Establishing robust password policies and integrating two-factor authentication
- Restricting SSH access to designated IP addresses
Samba for File Sharing
- Exploring Samba and its function in sharing files and printers
- Configuring a Samba server to expose shared directories
- Defining user authentication rules and permissions for Samba shares
- Connecting to Samba resources from both Windows and Linux systems
DNS (Domain Name System) Management
- The mechanics of DNS and its responsibility for translating domain names into IP addresses
- Deployment of a DNS server using BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain)
- Administration of DNS zones, records, and resolution processes
- Diagnosing and resolving common DNS-related issues
Apache Web Server Administration
- The function of the Apache HTTP Server in delivering web content
- Installation and configuration of Apache on Linux platforms
- Setting up virtual hosts to support multiple websites
- Implementation of SSL/TLS certificates to ensure secure HTTPS connections
Squid Cache Servers
- The principles of caching and its positive impact on web performance
- Installation and configuration of Squid as a caching proxy
- Defining access controls, caching rules, and logging parameters in Squid
- Evaluating and monitoring the efficiency of Squid’s caching operations
Email Servers (Sendmail, Postfix)
- An overview of core email protocols including SMTP, POP3, and IMAP
- Setting up and configuring Sendmail or Postfix for email services
- Managing email aliases, virtual domains, and user mailboxes
- Applying spam filtering and antivirus protections to email traffic
DHCP Server Configuration
- Basics of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
- Installing and configuring the ISC DHCP server
- Dynamic assignment of IP addresses, subnet masks, and related network settings
- Managing DHCP leases and addressing frequent configuration issues
FTP Server Implementation
- An introduction to FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
- Installation and setup of FTP servers such as vsftpd or proftpd
- Configuring user access rights, permissions, and secure FTP features
- Activating FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) to ensure encrypted data transfer
MySQL Database Administration
- An introduction to the MySQL database management system
- Installing and configuring the MySQL server
- Creating and managing databases, tables, and user accounts
- Handling data management, backups, and database security measures
Advanced Firewalls, Kernel Tuning, and Compilation
- Configuring advanced firewall rules using iptables
- Deploying Network Address Translation (NAT) and port forwarding
- Fundamentals of kernel configuration and the compilation process
- Adjusting kernel options to optimize performance and strengthen security
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of the Linux operating system
- Practical experience utilizing basic Linux command-line tools
21 Hours
Testimonials (2)
Very good structured and complex documentation. A good pace for exercises. Detailed explanations and right to subject.
Tiberiu Longauer
Course - Linux Advanced
I liked the fact that 80-90% of things were new to me, and it opened my eyes about a lot of technologies and about how sys admin works.
