Updated in May 2025.
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Unlock the power of Linux and prepare for your ideal IT job with comprehensive training. From Linux basics to advanced system administration, this course offers hands-on experience in commands, system configuration, and networking essentials. Key topics include system installation, file systems, shell scripting, performance tuning, and security.
You’ll start with an introduction to Linux, its history, and applications. As you advance, explore system administration, network management, and service automation with tools like Docker and Apache. Later, dive into advanced disk management, virtualization, and task automation.
Designed for beginners and those with some IT background, this course offers step-by-step guidance to develop key Linux skills. By the end, you'll be job-ready, capable of excelling in Linux-based IT roles. Basic computer literacy and a passion for learning are the only prerequisites.
Praktisches Lernprojekt
This course includes hands-on projects like creating virtual machines, configuring Linux servers, and developing shell scripts to automate tasks. You'll also set up web servers, manage file systems, and secure Linux environments to simulate real-world IT scenarios.
