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Linux Installation and Initial Configuration

Andrew Mallett

Learning to work with and master multiple Linux distributions. This is the 1st of 4 courses that will prepare you for the LPIC-1 and CompTIA Linux+ certification.

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Learning to work with and master multiple Linux distributions. This is the 1st of 4 courses that will prepare you for the LPIC-1 and CompTIA Linux+ certification.

This course will help you see how much you can enjoy system administration, and how there is a life outside of your current role. Linux is prevalent, it is at the heart of "the cloud" and is hosting companies both big and small. In a recent survey, 93-percent of employers suggested that they plan to hire a Linux professional. This course is designed to get you up and running with Linux starting with the install, and passing through to basic management such as installing software and managing the file system. Being able to see these tasks completed in different Linux flavors will help you understand which Linux distribution is best for you, and prepare you for the vendor neutral certification for the LPI (Linux Professional Institute). This is an administration course, so basic concepts of system administration are expected, but prior knowledge of Linux or Unix systems is not required. We at Pluralsight would like you to again understand the enjoyment that system administration once gave you.

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Syllabus

Course Introduction
Linux Distributions
Installing Linux
Determine Hardware Settings
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Teaches foundational principles of Linux distributions, installation, and management
Provides a strong foundation for preparing for Linux certification exams
Covers essential Linux skills, such as file system management and software installation
Taught by Andrew Mallett, an experienced instructor in Linux system administration
Provides hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical experience
Suitable for beginners with basic system administration concepts but no prior Linux knowledge

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Linux Engineer
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Network Administrator
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Database Administrator
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Security Analyst
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Software Developer
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IT Manager
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Help Desk Analyst
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Desktop Support Technician
A Desktop Support Technician is someone who provides technical support to users of desktop computers. This role requires a deep understanding of Linux and desktop support. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux and desktop support, which is essential for this role. You will learn how to install and configure Linux, manage users and groups, and monitor system performance.
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Data Scientist
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Time
381 hours
Level
Introductory
Via
Pluralsight
Instructor
Andrew Mallett
Language
English
This course belongs to a collection called LPIC-1. It's comprised of six courses:
  1. Linux Command Line Interface (CLI) Fundamentals
  2. Linux Installation and Initial Configuration (viewing)
  3. Exam Review for CompTIA Linux+ (LX0-103) and LPI LPIC-1 (101-400)
  4. Linux System Administration Fundamentals
  5. Linux Networking, Service Management, and Security Fundamentals
  6. Exam Review for CompTIA Linux+ (LX0-104) and LPI LPIC-1 (102-400)
Traffic lights
Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Teaches foundational principles of Linux distributions, installation, and management
Provides a strong foundation for preparing for Linux certification exams
Covers essential Linux skills, such as file system management and software installation
Taught by Andrew Mallett, an experienced instructor in Linux system administration
Provides hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical experience
Suitable for beginners with basic system administration concepts but no prior Linux knowledge
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