Linux Foundation - Certified Systems Administrator (LFCS)

• Basic familiarity with Linux command-line interface
• Understanding of fundamental networking concepts
• Basic system administration knowledge

Audience

• System Administrators
• IT Professionals
• Aspiring Linux Administrators

The Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator (LFCS) course is designed to prepare individuals for the LFCS certification exam. This comprehensive training covers essential Linux system administration tasks and skills.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators and IT professionals who wish to become proficient Linux system administrators.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Effectively manage Linux systems and servers.
• Perform key system administration tasks.
• Configure and troubleshoot networking in Linux.
• Implement security measures to protect Linux systems.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Linux System Administration

• What is Linux system administration?
• Role and responsibilities of a Linux system administrator
• Overview of LFCS certification and its importance

Linux Basics and File Management

• Linux distributions and package management
• Filesystem hierarchy and navigation
• File permissions and ownership

System Configuration and Processes

• User and group management
• Managing processes and daemons
• Managing system startup and shutdown

Package Management and Software Installation

• Managing software packages with package managers
• Repository management and software installation
• Software updates and upgrades

Networking Fundamentals

• Network configuration and troubleshooting
• IP addressing, subnets, and routing
• DNS configuration and resolution

Filesystem Management and Storage

• Managing storage devices and partitions
• Filesystem creation and maintenance
• Logical Volume Management (LVM)

Security and Access Control

• User authentication and authorization
• File and directory permissions
• Firewall configuration with iptables

Shell Scripting and Automation

• Basic shell scripting concepts
• Automating tasks with shell scripts
• Cron jobs and scheduling tasks

System Monitoring and Logging

• Monitoring system performance and resource usage
• Log files and log management
• Troubleshooting system issues

Network Services and Security

• Configuring SSH for secure remote access
• Setting up a basic web server (Apache/Nginx)
• Implementing SSL/TLS certificates

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• System recovery and rescue
• Troubleshooting common system issues
• Performing system backups

Summary and Next Steps

• Key takeaways from the course
• Preparing for the LFCS certification exam
• Continuing learning resources and career opportunities