Linux Basics

Linux Basics

Understand the basics of Linux system usage

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Linux is a powerful and versatile operating system used in many computing environments. A Linux user must have a basic understanding of the system in order to interact with it and make use of its features.

Earning criteria

  • command-line: has basic knowledge of the command line and can use basic commands to perform tasks.
  • system-navigation: knows how to navigate the Linux file system and find files and directories.
  • ssh: knows how to connect to a remote Linux system using SSH.
  • analyse-logs: knows how to analyse log files to troubleshoot problems.
  • network-configuration: knows how to configure and troubleshoot network interfaces.
  • network-tools: knows how to use basic network tools such as ping, traceroute, curl, wget, telnet.
  • processes: knows how to view and manage running processes.
  • edit-files: knows how to edit files using the command line.
  • configuration: has the ability to configure and customise various aspects of the system.
  • packages: understands how to install, update, and remove packages from the system.
  • permissions: knows how to set permissions on files and directories to control access.
  • security: knows how to secure a Linux server with firewalls and user authentication.
  • troubleshooting: can diagnose and troubleshoot server issues.

Learning resources

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