COURSE OBJECTIVE:
• Introducing Linux by comparing user-relevant component distinctions between popular Linux distributions
• Logging in and out of local and remote Linux systems, both with passwords and by using passwordless keys
• Working with a graphical desktop environment and applications
• Working from a command line, including operating shell environments and programs
• Navigating Linux file systems and locating and running programs and applications
• Distinguishing between text and binary files, and using various editing tools to modify text files
• Organizing files and directories, and configuring permissions to provide file security
• Verifying core system configuration, such as network addresses, running services, and storage space
TARGET AUDIENCE:
• RHA
• Beginner Linux User
• Windows users running recent Microsoft Windows versions with the Linux subsystem
• Users with Windows experience moving to a new job or company that uses Linux
• Computer science students interested in learning Linux, but without intending to become a system administrator
• Programming students who will develop for or deploy to Linux environments
• Beginning cloud-native developers looking for a comprehensive technical introduction to the Linux operating environment
• Red Hat associates and partners who want to be more technically proficient on Linux but not system administration
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
Technology considerations
BYOD
COURSE CONTENT:
Introduction to Linux
Define and explain the purpose of Linux, and Linux distributions.
Accessing a Linux System
Interact with the GNOME desktop, and query the terminal environment.
Managing Files in Linux
Use graphical and command-line tools to create and modify text files, and to identify binary files.
File Systems Overview
View and manage file organization in a Linux system.
Users and File Permissions
Interact with user accounts and identify file permissions.
Obtaining and Installing Software Packages
Obtain and install software from official repositories and other sources.
Linux Networking and System Resources
Describe fundamental concepts of networking, verify network settings, and monitor system resources.
FOLLOW ON COURSES:
For students requiring system administration skills:
Red Hat System Administration I (RH124)
or
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Rapid Track (RH199)
For students interested in container technologies:
Red Hat OpenShift I: Containers & Kubernetes (DO180)
or
Red Hat OpenShift Development I: Introduction to Containers with Podman (DO188)