Introduction to Linux

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the history and significance of the Linux operating system.
2. Learn basic Linux commands and navigation.
3. Gain proficiency in managing files, directories, and permissions.
4. Learn about user and group management in Linux.
5. Understand the Linux file system hierarchy.
6. Develop skills in shell scripting and automation.
7. Gain familiarity with Linux system administration tasks.

Course Outline:

– Introduction to Linux
• Overview of the Linux operating system
• History of Linux and its development
• Understanding distributions and package management

– Getting Started with Linux
• Installing Linux (dual-boot or virtual machine)
• Basic command-line navigation and file manipulation
• Introduction to the Linux shell (bash)

– File Systems and Permissions
• Understanding the Linux file system hierarchy
• File and directory permissions (chmod, chown)
• Managing files and directories (cp, mv, rm)
– User and Group Management
• Creating and managing user accounts
• User and group permissions
• Switching between users and groups

– Shell Scripting Basics
• Introduction to shell scripting
• Writing and executing simple shell scripts
• Variables, control structures, and functions in shell scripts

– Advanced Shell Scripting
• Working with command-line arguments and options
• Input/output redirection and piping
• Using loops and conditional statements in shell scripts

– System Administration Tasks
• Introduction to system administration tasks in Linux
• Managing processes (ps, kill, top)
• System monitoring and troubleshooting

– Networking and Security
• Basic networking concepts in Linux
• Configuring network interfaces and services
• Introduction to Linux security (firewalls, SELinux, etc.)