Develop the skills to manage and secure Linux systems in real-world IT environments with this comprehensive, self-paced course. Designed for aspiring system administrators and IT professionals, this course prepares you for the CompTIA Linux+ certification while building hands-on expertise in Linux system management, troubleshooting, and automation.

You'll learn how to:

• Master essential Linux commands – perform file management, process control, and text manipulation from the command line.
• Configure and maintain systems – manage installations, package updates, boot processes, and system services.
• Implement storage solutions – work with LVM, RAID, and network-attached storage for scalability and redundancy.
• Apply security best practices – configure firewalls (iptables/nftables), manage permissions, enforce authentication, and use SELinux.
• Troubleshoot system issues – analyze log files (journalctl, syslog) and leverage diagnostic tools for problem resolution.
• Automate administrative tasks – write Bash shell scripts and schedule jobs with cron.
• Deploy and manage containers – work with Docker and Podman for modern application environments.
• Configure networking – set up interfaces, routing, and essential services like SSH, Apache, and NFS.

This course combines interactive labs, video demonstrations, and hands-on projects, ensuring you gain both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

• Confidently perform critical Linux administration tasks in professional environments.
• Secure and optimize Linux systems for performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and automate system operations with scripting and diagnostic tools.
• Demonstrate the skills required for the CompTIA Linux+ certification.
• Pursue roles such as Linux Administrator, DevOps Engineer, or Cloud Support Specialist.

Expectations: Complete weekly lab exercises, participate in discussion forums, and practice ethical use of administrative privileges.

This course equips you with the hands-on expertise and certification readiness to thrive in Linux administration and advance in IT, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure careers.