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Linux System Administration
Linux system administration is one of the most in-demand skills in IT. Whether you’re looking for expert prep for the Linux Foundation Certified System Administration (LFCS) certification, need...
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$3,250 USD
Duration
4 days
Course Code
LFS307
Available Formats
Classroom, Virtual
Overview
Linux system administration is one of the most in-demand skills in IT. Whether you’re looking for expert prep for the Linux Foundation Certified System Administration (LFCS) certification, need training to help start a new Linux IT career, transition to Linux from another platform, or you’re just brushing up on your sysadmin skills, this instructor-led course will teach you what you need to know.
Skills Gained
In this course you will learn how to administer, configure and upgrade Linux systems running one of the three major Linux distribution families: Debian/Ubuntu andRed Hat/CentOS/Fedora, how to master the tools and concepts you’ll need to efficiently build and manage an enterprise Linux infrastructure, how to work with Git and perform essential collaborative tasks, how to use state-of-the-art system administration techniques in real-life scenarios via practical labs, and more.
Who Can Benefit
This course is designed for individuals who desire to gain the necessary skills and abilities to work as a professional Linux system administrator. Students should have basic knowledge of Linux and its most common utilities and text editors.
Prerequisites
This course is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and abilities to work as a professional Linux system administrator. Students should have basic knowledge of Linux and its most common utilities and text editors.
Course Details
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Linux Filesystem Tree Layout
- User Environment
- User Account Management
- Group Management
- File Permissions and Ownership
- Package Management Systems
- dpkg
- APT
- RPM
- dnf and yum
- zypper
- Introduction to GIT
- Using Git: an Example
- Processes
- Process Monitoring
- Memory Monitoring, Usage and Configuring Swap
- I/O Monitoring and Tuning
- Virtualization Overview
- Containers Overview
- Linux Filesystems and the VFS
- Disk Partitioning
- Filesystem Features: Attributes, Creating, Checking, Usage, Mounting
- The Ext4 Filesystems
- Logical Volume Management (LVM)
- Kernel Services and Configuration
- Kernel Modules
- Devices and udev
- Network Addresses
- Network Devices and Configuration
- LDAP
- Firewalls
- System Init: systemd, SystemV and Upstart
- Backup and Recovery Methods
- Linux Security Modules
- System Rescue
Schedule
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Nov 3, 2025 - Nov 6, 2025 (4 days)
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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.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
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As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?
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Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?
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.
Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?
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