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Course Length: 3 days.   

Overview

This course guides students who have no experience with Linux through the main concepts of open source software and Linux using the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (SLES10).

Students will learn the concepts of Open Source and Linux as well as the fundamental knowledge necessary to administer SLES10. These tasks are also essential and prerequisite to learning the skills of an entry level Linux administrator or help desk technician in an enterprise environment.

Based on this course, students will understand key Open Source concepts and will be able to carry out fundamental administration tasks such as Installing SLES10 and knowing where to find help when having problems. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic concepts of bash and the file system as well as managing users and permissions.

Audience

This course is intended for those who have little or no experience with Linux and who are seeking a fundamental understanding of the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 operating system. This course can be used in place of (3064) Novell's Guide to CompTIA's Linux + with SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 when preparing for the Novell Certified Linux Professional 10 Practicum Exam.

Outline

1.  Understand the Linux Story

     a)  The History of Linux

     b)  Understand the Multiuser Environment

     c)  Perform a Simple Installation of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10

2.  Use the Linux Desktop

     a)  Overview of the Linux Desktop

     b)  Use the GNOME Desktop Environment

     c)  Access the Command Line Interface From the Desktop

3.  Administer Linux with YaST

     a)  Get to Know YaST

     b)  Understand the Role of SuSEconfig

     c)  Manage the Network Configuration Information from YaST

     d)  Install Software Packages

     e)  Manage Installation Sources

4.  Locate and Use Help Resources

     a)  Access and Use man Pages

     b)  Use info Pages

     c)  Access Release Notes and White Papers

     d)  Use GUI-Based Help

     e)  Find Help on the Web

5.  Manage Directories and Files

     a)  Understand the File System Hierarchy Standard (FHS)

     b)  Identify File Types in the Linux System

     c)  Change Directories and List Directory Contents

     d)  Create and View Files

     e)  Work with Files and Directories

     f)  Find Files on Linux and Search File Content

6.  Work with the Linux Shell and Command Line

     a)  Get to Know the Command Shells

     b)  Execute Commands at the Command Line

     c)  Get to Know Common Command Line Tasks

     d)  Understand Command Syntax and Special Characters

     e)  Use Piping and Redirection

7.  Use Linux Text Editors

     a)  Get to Know Linux Text Editors

     b)  Use the Editor vi to Edit Files

8.  Manage User, Groups, and Permissions

     a)  Manage User and Group Accounts With YaST

     b)  Describe Basic Linux User Security Features

     c)  Manage User and Group Accounts From the Command Line

     d)  Manage File Permissions and Ownership

     e)  Ensure File System Security

9.  Use the KDE Desktop Environment

     a)  Install the KDE Desktop Environment

     b)  Log In

     c)  Log Out and Shutdown

     d)  Identify KDE Desktop Components

     e)  Manage Icons in the KDE Environment

     f)  Use the Konqueror File Manager

10. Network Components and Architecture

     a)  Network Types

     b)  Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer Computing

     c)  Network Topology

     d)  Elements of a Network

     e)  TCP/IP Layer Model

Prerequisites

This course is designed for beginners with the Linux operating system. Students are required to have only basic computer skills on any operating system. Knowledge of a desktop operating system is sufficient.