Introduction to Linux

Special note

This 4-hour Instructor-led, lecture-only, online technical seminar is offered “live” using HP’s Virtual Training Room.

Seminar overview

This seminar is designed to provide an entry-level look at Linux. Students will learn the basics about Linux and how it is being utilized by others in the industry. They will also learn how to get a Linux system up and running and some of the essentials of administering a Linux system and integrating it into an IT environment.

The course provides an ideal orientation for those interested in starting with Linux, see Linux as a reality in their future, or who are just looking to get a closer look at what Linux is all about.

Prerequisites

• Basic UNIX familiarity and a little curiosity!

Audience

• System Operators
• System Administrators
• Network Administrators
• IT Professionals
• System Developers
• System Planners
• Application Developers

Ways to save

Next steps

Select and attend hands-on HP-UX courses from the following curriculum paths:

• http://www.hp.com/education/currpath/linux_end_user.html
• http://www.hp.com/education/currpath/linux_sys_admin.html

Benefits to you

At the conclusion of this seminar :

• Understand the basics of a Linux install
• Introduction to a number of Linux administration tools and utilities
• Make a comparison between Linux and commercial UNIX
• Evaluate the readiness of Linux for your enterprise environment

Seminar outline

Some of the key topics covered in this 4-hour online seminar include:

• Introduction to Linux
• Installation and Booting
• System Administration
• System Backup and Recovery
• Logical Volume Manager (LVM) and File System
• Samba Integrating Windows and Linux