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Linux Networking Fundamentals
This Linux Networking course focuses on understanding, configuring, and managing Linux networking. Participants learn foundational concepts, advanced configurations, and troubleshooting techniques to...
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This Linux Networking course focuses on understanding, configuring, and managing Linux networking. Participants learn foundational concepts, advanced configurations, and troubleshooting techniques to manage network operations effectively.
Skills Gained
- Understand Linux networking fundamentals, including interfaces, IP addressing, and routing.
- Configure and manage networking services like DHCP, DNS, and firewalls.
- Analyze and troubleshoot networking issues using Linux tools.
- Secure Linux-based networks against common threats.
- Implement advanced networking techniques, including VLANs, bonding, bridging, and VPNs.
Prerequisites
Students must have taken Linux System Administration or have equivalent experience.
Course Details
Introduction to Networking Concepts
- Overview of the OSI Model
- Understanding TCP/IP and its Components
- Networking Protocols in Linux
Linux Networking Basics
- Understanding Network Interfaces
- Tools for Managing Network Interfaces
- Configuring Static and Dynamic IPs
- Basics of Subnetting and CIDR Notation
- Setting Up Hostnames and Editing
Routing and ARP
- Default Gateways and Static Routes
- Viewing and Managing the Routing Table (route, ip route)
- Understanding ARP and using arp and ip neigh
Configuring Networking Services
- Setting Up a DHCP Server with isc-dhcp-server
- Configuring a Local DNS Server with bind9
- Introduction to Web Servers (Apache/Nginx Basics) for Testing
Firewall Configuration and NAT
- Introduction to Firewalls: iptables vs nftables
- Creating Basic Firewall Rules (Allow/Deny Traffic)
- Configuring Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Port Forwarding Examples
Networking Tools for Analysis and Monitoring
- Packet Sniffing and Analysis with tcpdump and Wireshark
- Monitoring Network Traffic with iftop, iptraf, and nload
- Using netstat and ss for Active Connection Tracking
Advanced Networking Techniques
- Setting Up VLANs with vconfig or ip link
- Network Bonding for Redundancy (mode 0 vs mode 1)
- Configuring Network Bridges for Virtual Machines
- Deploying VPNs with OpenVPN and WireGuard
Securing Linux Networks
- Hardening SSH
- Protecting Against Brute-Force Attacks
- Using tcp_wrappers and ufw for Service-Specific Restrictions
- DoS/DDoS Prevention (Rate Limiting with iptables)
Troubleshooting Linux Networks
- Diagnosing Connection Issues (ping, traceroute, mtr)
- Debugging DNS Problems (dig, nslookup)
- Checking Interface and Link Status (ethtool, ip link)
- Comprehensive System Logs Analysis
Conclusion
Schedule
FAQ
Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
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Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
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Reviews
Class was very informative, although one lab didnt but will try again later
Brandon was a great instructor. The virtual course materials and labs provided were very informative.
ExitCertified gave a great course on AWS that covered all of the basics in depth with good lab materials.
Courseware was effective but would like to have some PDF material on BPML and XPATH
it was good and very informative. Instructure covered everything in detail.
