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Configure Linux Networking and Storage Systems

EDUCBA via Coursera

Overview

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Build practical skills in Linux networking, secure remote access, storage management, backup, and system automation using CentOS. You’ll explore the Linux file system hierarchy, essential configuration files, and inode structure before applying linking, backup, archiving, and compression strategies to manage and recover data effectively. You’ll use tar and cron to automate archives and recurring maintenance tasks, configure connectivity with Network Manager, and modify CentOS network files to set up and troubleshoot IP addresses, gateways, and scripts. You’ll also use SSH and SCP to establish secure remote sessions and transfer files through encrypted connections. The course further develops your ability to design scalable storage with LVM and implement reliable backup and archiving practices. Designed for students, IT professionals, and aspiring system administrators, this course offers a structured, hands-on path to CentOS administration. Its practical, command-line focus connects networking, automation, security, storage, and recovery tasks in realistic system administration workflows. Enroll to build the confidence to configure, manage, and secure CentOS environments effectively.

Syllabus

  • Foundations of Linux Mastery
    • This module introduces learners to the Linux CentOS core environment, covering the file system structure, system configuration, and essential backup and archiving techniques. Learners will gain hands-on skills to confidently navigate, manage, and automate system-level tasks in CentOS.
  • Networking and Secure Connections
    • This module equips learners with practical networking knowledge, from configuring interfaces to managing secure communications. By mastering cron automation, network configuration, and SSH protocols, learners will strengthen their ability to administer and secure CentOS environments.
  • Advanced Storage & Volume Management
    • This module explores advanced disk and storage management in CentOS, including partitioning, fdisk utilities, and Logical Volume Management (LVM). Learners will build expertise in designing, configuring, and maintaining scalable storage solutions.

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