Oracle Linux 9: Basics to Intermediate

• Basic familiarity with operating systems
• Some experience with Linux command-line (recommended but not required)

Audience

• IT professionals
• System administrators
• Developers working in Linux environments
• Anyone interested in learning Oracle Linux 9

Oracle Linux 9 is a high-performance, secure, and cloud-ready operating system designed for enterprise applications and modern IT environments.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level IT professionals and Linux users who wish to gain a solid understanding of Oracle Linux 9, from installation and configuration to system administration and security.

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

• Install and configure Oracle Linux 9.
• Manage users, groups, and permissions.
• Work with package management and system updates.
• Configure networking and storage solutions.
• Implement security best practices.
• Automate tasks using shell scripting.

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 Oracle Linux 9

• What is Oracle Linux?
• Key features and benefits
• Comparing Oracle Linux to other distributions

Installation and Initial Configuration

• System requirements
• Installation methods and process
• Basic system configuration post-installation

Working with the Command Line

• Introduction to the Linux terminal
• Basic Linux commands
• File system navigation and manipulation

User and Group Management

• Adding, modifying, and deleting users
• Managing groups and permissions
• Understanding sudo and root privileges

Software and Package Management

• Using DNF and RPM package managers
• Installing, updating, and removing software
• Configuring repositories

Networking in Oracle Linux 9

• Network configuration and troubleshooting
• Managing firewall rules with firewalld
• Setting up SSH for remote access

Storage and Filesystem Management

• Understanding Linux file system structure
• Partitioning and disk management
• Mounting and unmounting file systems

System Monitoring and Performance

• Using system logs and journalctl
• Monitoring system resources
• Managing processes and services

Security and Hardening

• Best practices for securing Oracle Linux
• Using SELinux for security enforcement
• Configuring user authentication and access control

Shell Scripting and Automation

• Introduction to shell scripting
• Writing and executing simple scripts
• Automating tasks with cron jobs

Backup and Disaster Recovery

• Data backup strategies
• Using rsync and tar for backups
• Restoring system and data after failure

Summary and Next Steps