Learn Linux for Beginners

"Learn Linux for Beginners" is a comprehensive guide that teaches the fundamentals of the Linux operating system, using a step-by-step approach to make it easy for beginners to understand and apply Linux concepts and commands.

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10,500 Students

5.5+ Hours

Stage 2 - Beginner

Last update: Jan 2024

Focus: Linux Courses

Audio Language: English

Subtitles/Captions: Yes

Type of Training: Online, self-paced

Caption Language: English

What You’ll Learn

Learn Linux for beginners, including these skills:

Installing Linux: Learn how to install Linux using VirtualBox.
File Permissions: Master file and directory permissions using both letters and numeric values.
User Management: Manage user accounts and permissions effectively.
System Monitoring: Use commands to monitor system performance and logs.
Using the vi Editor: Edit files using the vi editor.
System Information: Retrieve and understand system architecture and information.

Command Line Syntax: Understand the syntax and structure of Linux commands.
Text Processing: Use commands like grep, awk, and cut for text processing.
Process Management: Learn how to manage system processes and jobs.
File Maintenance: Perform file maintenance tasks, including combining and splitting files.

Included in the Learn Linux for Beginners Course

5.5+ Hours of On-Demand Video

15+ Downloadable Resources

Access on Mobile

Certificate of Completion

Suitable for the Following Careers

Linux System Administrators

DevOps Engineers

IT Professionals

Technical Writers

Course Content

Course Overview

Intro Video

Course Description

Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux

Everyday Linux

Welcome to Module

What is Operating System

What is Linux

History of Linux

Linux vs. Unix

Linux flavors

Linux Users

Linux vs. Windows

Quiz 1: Module 1 Quiz

Module 1 Homework

Chapter 2: Download, Install And Configure

Lab Design

Welcome to Module

What is Virtual Box

Downloading and Installing Oracle VirtualBox

Download and Install VMWare Player (Optional)

CentOS vs. CentOS Stream

Different Ways to Install Linux

Creating a Virtual Machine

Download and Install Linux (CentOS 7)

Download and Install Linux (CentOS 8)

Download and Install Linux (CentOS 9)

Option 2 - Linux Installation on Cloud

Message for Redhat Installation

Redhat Linux Installation (Optional)

Ubuntu Linux Installation (Optional)

Take a snapshot of VM

Virtual Machine Management

Keyboard Keys Used in Linux

Quiz 2: Module 2 Quiz

Module 2 Homework

Module 2 Handouts

Chapter 3: Linux Fundamentals

Linux Command Syntax

Welcome to Module

Files and Directory Permissions (chmod)

File Permissions Using Numeric Mode

File Ownership Commands (chown, chgrp)

Access Control List (ACL)

Help Commands

TAB Completion and Up Arrow Keys

Adding Text to Files

Input and Output Redirects (, , , stdin, stdout and stderr)

Standard Output to a File (tee command)

Pipes

File Maintenance Commands (cp, rm, mv, mkdir, rmdir)

File Display Commands (cat, less, more, head, tail)

Filters Text Processing Commands

cut - Text Processors Commands

awk - Text Processors Commands

grepegrep - Text Processors Commands

sortuniq - Text Processors Commands

wc - Text Processors Commands

Compare Files (diff and cmp)

Compress and uncompress (tar, gzip, gunzip)

Truncate File Size (truncate)

Combining and Splitting Files

Linux vs. Windows Commands

Quiz 3: Module 3 Quiz

Module 3 Homework

Module 3 Handouts

Chapter 4: System Administration

Linux File Editor (vi)

Welcome to Module

Difference between vi and vim Editors

sed Command

User Account Management (useradd, groupadd, usermod, userdel, groupdel)

Enable Password Aging

Switch Users and sudo Access (su, sudo)

Monitor Users (who, last, w, id)

Talking to Users (users, wall, write)

Linux Directory Service - Account Authentication

Difference between Active Directory, LDAP, IDM, WinBIND, OpenLDAP etc

System Utility Commands (date, uptime, hostname, uname, which, cal, bc)

Processes, Jobs and Scheduling

systemctl command

ps command

top command

kill command

crontab command

at command

Additional cronjobs (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly)

Process Management (bg, fg, nice)

System Monitoring Commands (df, dmesg, iostat 1, netstat, free, top)

System Logs Monitor (varlog)

System Maintenance Commands (shutdown, init, reboot, halt)

Changing System Hostname (hostnamectl)

Finding System Information (uname, dmidecode)

Finding System Architecture (arch)

Terminal Control Keys

Terminal Commands (clear, exit, script)

Recover Root Password

SOS Report

Environment Variables

Special Permissions with setuid, setgid and sticky bit

Quiz 4: Module 4 Quiz

Module 4 Homework

Module 4 Handouts

Additional Resources

Changing Default File Permissions (umask)

Welcome to Additional Resources

Create VM on VMWare Player

Install Oracle Virtualbox on MAC

Install Oracle Guest Addition (Tools)

Filesystem Color Definition

Linux System Performance Issues

Remove Un-necessary or Orphan Packages

SELinux

Types of Security Threats

Running Linux on Web Browser

Improve Typing Skills

What is Virtualization and its Benefits

Introduction to VMWare

Additional Resources - Handout

Audio Version of Training

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Requirements

No prior knowledge of Linux is required.

Access to a computer with Microsoft Windows, MAC OS X, or Linux.

Basic computer literacy is helpful.

Description of Learn Linux for Beginners Course

"Learn Linux for Beginners" is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Linux operating system through a logical and systematic approach. This course assumes no prior knowledge and guides you step-by-step, making it accessible for anyone interested in learning Linux.

You'll start setting up a lab environment using VirtualBox, then move on to understanding command syntax, file permissions, and text processing commands. The course also covers essential Linux administration tasks, including user management, process management, and system monitoring.

Learn how to install Linux using VirtualBox.
Understand command syntax and file permissions.
Use text processing commands like grep, awk, and cut.
Manage user accounts and system processes.
Monitor system performance and logs.
Edit files using the vi editor.
Retrieve system architecture and information.

By the end of this Learn Linux for Beginners course, you'll have a solid foundation in Linux, enabling you to apply your knowledge in practical and useful ways. Enroll now and start your journey to mastering Linux today!

Who is This Course For

This course is for anyone looking to learn Linux from scratch, including beginners, IT professionals, web developers, and those pursuing a career in Linux system administration or cyber security.

Course Instructor

Imran Afzal

Imran Afzal has over 20 years of experience in systems administration, engineering, management, and teaching. He currently manages a global team of systems engineers and administrators. Starting his IT career with Time Warner in 2000, he deployed technologies like DTV, VOD, Cable Cards, PPV, and IPTV.

Imran has led projects in Fortune 500 companies, focusing on data center migrations, VMware deployment, monitoring tools implementation, and Amazon cloud migration. His expertise includes Linux, VMware, Windows, technical documentation, and project management.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Baruch College and an MBA in Operation Management and IT from the New York Institute of Technology. His certifications include Linux Systems Management, UNIX Operating Systems, Linux System Administration, VMware Certified Professional, RHCSA, and Windows Server Certified.

Since 2010, Imran has provided onsite and online IT training. His highly-rated courses have over 300,000 students worldwide, and he has helped nearly 1,000 students secure IT jobs.

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Testimonials

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Hanna

Imran Afzal does a fabulous job of explaining everything. I am very confident in Linux after watching this. I have zero computer background and I am able to understand and follow what he is teaching. I loved this course! Thank you!

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Paa Kwesi

Imran Afzal is such a good teacher. Am so glad I enrolled. Now I am confident in Linux. Thank God for such a wonderful course

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Christopher

This is a great course for learning Linux. The information is compact yet in-depth. I certainly will review it again.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linux easy to learn for beginners?

For beginners, Linux can be easy to learn, especially with the right resources and guidance. Courses like "Learn Linux for Beginners" use a step-by-step approach to break down complex concepts into manageable parts, making it accessible even for those without experience. With consistent effort and practical examples, many beginners find learning Linux rewarding and achievable.

Which Linux is best for beginners?

Ubuntu is widely considered the best Linux distribution for beginners due to its user-friendly interface, extensive documentation, and large community support. Linux Mint is another popular choice for newcomers, offering a familiar desktop experience for users transitioning from Windows.

When does the course start and finish?

When you learn Linux for beginners, you start now and it never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.

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Learn Linux for Beginners

What You’ll Learn

Included in the Learn Linux for Beginners Course

Suitable for the Following Careers

Course Content

Course Overview

Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux

Chapter 2: Download, Install And Configure

Chapter 3: Linux Fundamentals

Chapter 4: System Administration

Additional Resources

Audio Version of Training

OPEN FULL CURRICULUM

Requirements

Description of Learn Linux for Beginners Course

Who is This Course For

Course Instructor

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

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