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Linux Starlight

Module 1. Introduction to Linux and Initial Deployment

Duration: 4 hours

This module covers the fundamentals of Linux, official certifications, and the process of installing and configuring a server for the first time.

Topics Covered

Section titled “Topics Covered”

This module is divided into the following detailed sections:

1.1 Overview and Certifications

Section titled “1.1 Overview and Certifications”
  • The Linux Ecosystem (Debian vs. RHEL).
  • Key certifications: LFCS and RHCSA.

1.2 Linux Installation

Section titled “1.2 Linux Installation”
  • Step-by-step guide for installing Ubuntu Server.
  • Step-by-step guide for installing Rocky Linux.

1.3 Partitioning and Boot Process

Section titled “1.3 Partitioning and Boot Process”
  • Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS).
  • Understanding partitions (MBR vs. GPT) and the Linux boot process (GRUB, Systemd).

1.4 Initial Configuration

Section titled “1.4 Initial Configuration”
  • First steps after reboot: Hostname, Network, and SSH.

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