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Harrison Kong
Service Management with Linux
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Project Overview
In this 1.5 hour guided project, you will learn about Linux services, how to manage them using Linux commands, and you will also apply what you learned in a few real life scenarios. At the end of this course you will be able to work with Linux services with confidence. Basic to intermediate knowledge of Linux commands is required as a prerequisite.
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Explores a fundamental element of systems administration, which is important in all fields
Instructed by Harrison Kong, who has deep experience with Linux
Develops skills and knowledge in Linux services, which are highly applicable in industry
Taught through hands-on guided project, which provides practical experience
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Review Linux commands and services
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This activity will help you to refresh your knowledge of Linux commands and services, which will be helpful for this course.
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Linux Commands
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Read the Linux documentation
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Watch video tutorials
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Work through online tutorials
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Practice using Linux commands in a terminal
Practice Linux commands
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Review and practice basic Linux commands to strengthen your foundation before starting the course.
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Linux Commands
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Review the Linux command syntax and structure.
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Use a terminal emulator to execute basic commands like ls, cd, mkdir, and rm.
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Practice navigating the Linux file system and managing files and directories.
Follow Linux service management tutorials
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Explore online tutorials and documentations to enhance your understanding of Linux service management concepts and techniques.
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Find reputable resources that provide step-by-step guides on Linux service management.
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Follow the tutorials to learn about starting, stopping, and restarting services.
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Practice using systemctl commands to control services.
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Participate in a study group for Linux service management
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Join a study group or online forum to connect with other learners and discuss concepts, share tips, and work through challenges related to Linux service management.
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Find a study group or online forum dedicated to Linux service management.
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Attend regular sessions and actively participate in discussions.
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Share your knowledge and experiences with other group members.
Set up and configure Linux services
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This activity will give you hands-on practice with Linux commands and services, which will help you to master the material in this course.
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Linux Command Line
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Install a Linux distribution on a virtual machine
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Create a new user account
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Configure networking
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Set up a firewall
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Start and stop services
Solve Linux service management exercises
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Reinforce your understanding by solving practice exercises and problems related to Linux service management.
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Find online platforms or textbooks that offer exercises on Linux service management.
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Attempt to solve the exercises independently, referring to course materials and tutorials when needed.
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Review your solutions and identify areas where you need further clarification.
Write a blog post about Linux services
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Writing a blog post will demonstrate your knowledge of the material and help you to retain the information.
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Linux Services
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Choose a topic for your blog post
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Research your topic
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Write your blog post
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Publish your blog post
Create a presentation on Linux services
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Creating a presentation will require you to organize your knowledge and communicate it clearly.
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Presentation
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Choose a topic for your presentation
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Research your topic
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Write your presentation
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Practice your presentation
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Deliver your presentation
Write a script to automate Linux service management tasks
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Apply your knowledge by creating a Bash script that automates common Linux service management tasks, such as starting, stopping, and monitoring services.
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Identify a specific task or process that you want to automate.
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Write a Bash script that includes commands to perform the desired tasks.
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Test and debug the script to ensure it runs smoothly.
Contribute to an open-source Linux project
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This activity will give you hands-on experience with Linux and open source development.
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Open Source
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Find an open-source Linux project to contribute to
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Create a pull request
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Contribute to the project
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Review other contributions
Review Linux commands and services
Show steps
This activity will help you to refresh your knowledge of Linux commands and services, which will be helpful for this course.
Browse courses on
Linux Commands
Show steps
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Show steps
- Read the Linux documentation
- Watch video tutorials
- Work through online tutorials
- Practice using Linux commands in a terminal
Practice Linux commands
Show steps
Review and practice basic Linux commands to strengthen your foundation before starting the course.
Browse courses on
Linux Commands
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review the Linux command syntax and structure.
- Use a terminal emulator to execute basic commands like ls, cd, mkdir, and rm.
- Practice navigating the Linux file system and managing files and directories.
Follow Linux service management tutorials
Show steps
Explore online tutorials and documentations to enhance your understanding of Linux service management concepts and techniques.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find reputable resources that provide step-by-step guides on Linux service management.
- Follow the tutorials to learn about starting, stopping, and restarting services.
- Practice using systemctl commands to control services.
Seven other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all ten activities
Participate in a study group for Linux service management
Show steps
Join a study group or online forum to connect with other learners and discuss concepts, share tips, and work through challenges related to Linux service management.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a study group or online forum dedicated to Linux service management.
- Attend regular sessions and actively participate in discussions.
- Share your knowledge and experiences with other group members.
Set up and configure Linux services
Show steps
This activity will give you hands-on practice with Linux commands and services, which will help you to master the material in this course.
Browse courses on
Linux Command Line
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Install a Linux distribution on a virtual machine
- Create a new user account
- Configure networking
- Set up a firewall
- Start and stop services
Solve Linux service management exercises
Show steps
Reinforce your understanding by solving practice exercises and problems related to Linux service management.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find online platforms or textbooks that offer exercises on Linux service management.
- Attempt to solve the exercises independently, referring to course materials and tutorials when needed.
- Review your solutions and identify areas where you need further clarification.
Write a blog post about Linux services
Show steps
Writing a blog post will demonstrate your knowledge of the material and help you to retain the information.
Browse courses on
Linux Services
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose a topic for your blog post
- Research your topic
- Write your blog post
- Publish your blog post
Create a presentation on Linux services
Show steps
Creating a presentation will require you to organize your knowledge and communicate it clearly.
Browse courses on
Presentation
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose a topic for your presentation
- Research your topic
- Write your presentation
- Practice your presentation
- Deliver your presentation
Write a script to automate Linux service management tasks
Show steps
Apply your knowledge by creating a Bash script that automates common Linux service management tasks, such as starting, stopping, and monitoring services.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify a specific task or process that you want to automate.
- Write a Bash script that includes commands to perform the desired tasks.
- Test and debug the script to ensure it runs smoothly.
Contribute to an open-source Linux project
Show steps
This activity will give you hands-on experience with Linux and open source development.
Browse courses on
Open Source
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find an open-source Linux project to contribute to
- Create a pull request
- Contribute to the project
- Review other contributions
Career center
Learners who complete Service Management with Linux will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Linux Administrator
Linux Administrator
Linux Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operations of Linux systems, including installing and configuring software, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux system administration, which will be useful if you wish to become a Linux Administrator.
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between software development and IT operations. They work to ensure that software is developed and deployed quickly and efficiently. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by DevOps Engineers.
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining cloud computing systems. They work with a variety of cloud technologies, including Linux. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux, which will be useful if you wish to become a Cloud Engineer.
Software Engineer
Software Engineer
Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and testing software. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies, including Linux. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux, which will be useful if you wish to become a Software Engineer.
Network Engineer
Network Engineer
Network Engineers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer networks. They work with a variety of networking technologies, including Linux. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux, which will be useful if you wish to become a Network Engineer.
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operations of computer systems, including installing and configuring software, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course can help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Systems Administrators.
Database Administrator
Database Administrator
Database Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operations of databases, including installing and configuring database software, monitoring database performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Database Administrator, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Database Administrators.
Security Analyst
Security Analyst
Security Analysts are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from security threats. They work with a variety of security technologies, including Linux. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Security Analyst, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Security Analysts.
IT Manager
IT Manager
IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems and services. They work with a variety of IT technologies, including Linux. This course may be useful if you wish to become an IT Manager, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by IT Managers.
IT Consultant
IT Consultant
IT Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to use IT to meet their business needs. They work with a variety of IT technologies, including Linux. This course may be useful if you wish to become an IT Consultant, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by IT Consultants.
Data Analyst
Data Analyst
Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help organizations make informed decisions. They work with a variety of data analysis tools and technologies, including Linux. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Data Analyst, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Data Analysts.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. They work with a variety of project management tools and techniques. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Project Manager, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Project Managers.
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analysts analyze business processes and systems to identify areas for improvement. They work with a variety of stakeholders, including business users, IT professionals, and executives. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Business Analyst, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Business Analysts.
Technical Writer
Technical Writer
Technical Writers create and maintain technical documentation, such as user manuals, white papers, and training materials. They work with a variety of technical topics, including Linux. This course may be useful if you wish to become a Technical Writer, as it will help you build a foundation in Linux, which is a key technology used by Technical Writers.
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Service Management with Linux.
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A comprehensive reference guide to Linux, covering topics such as commands, configuration files, and system administration.
A comprehensive guide to Linux service management, covering topics such as systemd, Upstart, and SysV init.
A comprehensive guide to Linux system administration, covering topics such as package management, user management, security, and networking.
A comprehensive guide to administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8, covering topics such as package management, user management, security, and networking.
A comprehensive guide to administering SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, covering topics such as package management, user management, security, and networking.
A practical guide to using Kubernetes to manage containerized applications.
A practical guide to using the Linux command line, covering topics such as basic commands, file manipulation, and shell scripting.
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A collection of recipes for solving common Linux problems, covering topics such as package management, user management, and system administration.
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1.5 hours
Level
Intermediate
Via
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Institution
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Instructor
Harrison Kong
Language
English
Good to know
Explores a fundamental element of systems administration, which is important in all fields
Instructed by Harrison Kong, who has deep experience with Linux
Develops skills and knowledge in Linux services, which are highly applicable in industry
Taught through hands-on guided project, which provides practical experience
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