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

• IT professionals and system administrators responsible for managing Linux servers.

• Professionals seeking to enhance their skills in Linux server management for career advancement.

• Students or individuals interested in pursuing a career in system administration or DevOps.

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