Introduction
Linux server management is a critical skill for IT professionals and system administrators who seek to deploy and maintain robust, secure, and efficient server environments. This training program aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Linux server management, from the basics to advanced techniques and deployment strategies. Participants will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience to effectively configure, secure, monitor, and optimize Linux servers for various applications and workloads.
Methodologies
- Instructor-led sessions: Engaging lectures and demonstrations delivered by experienced Linux server management professionals.
- Hands-on labs: Practical exercises and projects to reinforce concepts and develop real-world skills.
- Case studies: Analyzing and solving server management challenges in simulated environments.
- Group discussions: Collaborative learning and sharing of experiences among participants.
- Q&A sessions: Addressing specific queries and clarifying doubts to enhance understanding.
- Practical application: Applying acquired knowledge to solve practical server management problems.
Target Audience
Objectives
By the end of this training program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of Linux server architecture and its advantages.
- Install, configure, and administer a Linux server, choosing an appropriate distribution.
- Effectively manage user accounts, groups, and file permissions.
- Configure and troubleshoot network settings, including DNS, DHCP, and firewall.
- Implement server security measures, including access control and intrusion detection.
- Deploy and optimize web servers, databases, and other essential server services.
- Monitor server performance and troubleshoot common issues.
- Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
- Gain proficiency in virtualization and containerization technologies.
- Automate server provisioning and configuration management.
- Explore advanced topics such as container orchestration, serverless computing, and emerging trends in Linux server management.
Outline
Day 1: Linux Server Fundamentals and Networking
- Linux server architecture overview
- Linux kernel and system initialization process
- Understanding network protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP
- Network troubleshooting tools: ping, traceroute, netstat, tcpdump
- Configuring advanced network settings: VLANs, bridging, bonding
- Network file sharing: NFS (Network File System), Samba
Day 2: Server Security and Hardening
- Advanced firewall management: iptables, firewalld
- Secure remote access: SSH hardening, key-based authentication, two-factor authentication
- Intrusion detection and prevention: fail2ban, Snort
- Security auditing and vulnerability scanning: OpenVAS, Nessus
- Security-enhanced Linux (SELinux): concepts and configuration
- Server hardening best practices and security compliance frameworks
Day 3: Web Server Setup and Performance Optimization
- Installing and configuring Apache HTTP Server or Nginx
- Virtual hosts and domain-based configuration
- SSL/TLS certificate installation and configuration
- Web server performance optimization: caching, compression, load balancing
- Monitoring web server logs and access statistics
- Implementing web application firewalls (WAF)
Day 4: Database Server Administration
- Installing and configuring MySQL or PostgreSQL database server
- Database user management and access control
- Database backup and recovery strategies
- Database replication and high availability
- Performance tuning and optimization techniques
- Query optimization and indexing
Day 5: Virtualization and Containerization
- Introduction to virtualization technologies: KVM, VirtualBox, VMware
- Creating and managing virtual machines
- Virtual machine networking and storage management
- Introduction to containerization: Docker and container basics
- Container orchestration with Kubernetes: concepts and deployment
Day 6: Server Monitoring and Performance Tuning
- System monitoring tools: Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus
- Monitoring server health, resource usage, and services
- Performance tuning techniques: CPU, memory, disk I/O optimization
- Analyzing and troubleshooting system bottlenecks
- Kernel tuning and parameter optimization
- Scaling and load-balancing strategies
Day 7: Automation and Configuration Management
- Introduction to configuration management tools: Ansible, Puppet, Chef
- Creating Ansible playbooks for server provisioning and configuration
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and practices
- Automating repetitive tasks with shell scripting
- Version control for infrastructure: Git and GitOps
Day 8: Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Backup strategies and methodologies
- Implementing data backup and restoration processes
- Off-site backup and cloud storage solutions
- Disaster recovery planning and procedures
- Testing backup and recovery procedures
- High availability and fault tolerance techniques
Day 9: Advanced Topics in Linux Server Management
- Container orchestration with Kubernetes: advanced concepts and management
- Infrastructure monitoring and visualization with Grafana
- Server provisioning and configuration with Terraform
- Serverless computing with AWS Lambda or Google Cloud Functions
- Advanced security topics: intrusion detection systems, secure code ctices
- Exploring emerging trends and technologies in Linux server management
Day 10: Practical Application and Case Studies
- Real-world scenarios and case studies
- Hands-on exercises and projects
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving sessions
- Q&A session and open discussion
- Recap and review of key concepts
- Closing remarks and certification distribution
About Paris
Lying on the River Seine, Paris is commonly referred to as the city for lovers, but it's actually a fantastic place for anyone to visit and explore. It's full of history, art, literature and amazing architecture for starters, but is also well known as being home to high fashion, which makes it a popular shopping destination. Visitors to the French Capital will find both high-end designer stores and quirky boutiques. The attractions of Paris range for art museums to shopping to simply taking a walk and soaking up the atmosphere. To top it all off, Paris has plenty of superb food and drink, in case there weren't already enough reasons to travel to Paris.
Things to do and places to visit in Paris
Anyone who travels to Paris is in for a treat, as it is a beautiful city full of atmosphere. Many of Paris' attractions are world-famous, but it's also a city where you can find hidden gems. Taking a flight to Paris for a short visit is really like visiting a number of different cities, as all of its neighbourhoods, or arrondissements, have their own distinct character. Examples include the medieval Latin Quarter and the bohemian Marais. Each and every one is worth exploring.
Great things to do in Paris include:
- Checking out the views from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
- Seeing renowned masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa in the Louvre.
- Taking a tour of the impressive, albeit slightly creepy, Paris Catacombs.
- Marvelling at the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral.
- Browsing the designer stores around the Champs-Elysees.
- Munching snails in one of the city's haute cuisine eateries.
- Visiting the graves of luminaries including Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison at Pere Lachaise Cemetery.
- Admiring the imposing Arc de Triomphe.
- Wandering around the boutiques of the Marais district.
- Watching the famous Paris St-Germain football team play.
- Taking in the Impressionist art at the Musee D'Orsay.
- Watching the world go by from a cafe terrace.
- Visiting the distinctive Centre Georges Pompidou.