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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to SSH and Security Best Practices
- Examining the SSH protocol and its critical role in secure remote connectivity
- Enhancing security through key-based authentication methods
- Applying robust password policies and integrating two-factor authentication
- Restricting SSH access to designated IP addresses for enhanced protection
Samba File Sharing
- Exploring Samba and its utility for sharing files and printers across networks
- Setting up Samba server configurations to expose shared directories
- Defining user authentication rules and access permissions for Samba shares
- Accessing shared resources from both Windows and Linux client systems
DNS (Domain Name System)
- Analyzing the DNS architecture and its function in mapping domain names to IP addresses
- Deploying and configuring a DNS server using BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain)
- Managing DNS zones, records, and name resolution processes
- Diagnosing and resolving common DNS-related issues
Web Servers (Apache)
- Understanding the Apache HTTP Server and its core function in delivering web content
- Installing and fine-tuning Apache configurations on Linux systems
- Setting up virtual hosts to manage multiple website deployments
- Implementing SSL/TLS certificates to ensure secure HTTPS communications
Cache Servers (Squid)
- Understanding the principles of caching and its impact on optimizing web performance
- Installing and configuring Squid as a caching proxy server
- Configuring access controls, caching strategies, and logging mechanisms in Squid
- Validating and monitoring the effectiveness of Squid’s caching operations
Email Servers (Sendmail, Postfix)
- Reviewing key email protocols such as SMTP, POP3, and IMAP
- Setting up and configuring Sendmail or Postfix for email server operations
- Managing email aliases, virtual domains, and individual user mailboxes
- Integrating spam filtering and antivirus solutions for email security
DHCP Server
- Understanding the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) workflow
- Installing and configuring the ISC DHCP server
- Automatically assigning IP addresses, subnet masks, and other network settings
- Managing DHCP leases and resolving common configuration challenges
FTP Server
- Explaining the FTP (File Transfer Protocol) functionality
- Installing and configuring FTP servers, such as vsftpd or proftpd
- Defining user access levels, permissions, and secure FTP settings
- Activating FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) to enable encrypted file transfers
Databases (MySQL)
- Introduction to the MySQL database management system
- Installation and configuration of the MySQL server environment
- Creating databases, tables, and managing user accounts
- Overseeing data management, backup strategies, and security protocols
Advanced Firewall, Kernel Configuration, and Compilation
- Developing advanced firewall rules using iptables
- Implementing network address translation (NAT) and port forwarding techniques
- Overview of the Linux kernel configuration and compilation process
- Tailoring kernel parameters to optimize system performance and security
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental Linux concepts
- Proficiency with basic Linux command-line utilities
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.
