Linux Installation and User Management

This course is part of Linux CentOS System Administration Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

7 hours to complete

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Install CentOS using partitioning, root access, and dual-boot configuration methods.
Manage Linux users, roles, file permissions, software packages, and system settings.
Configure SSH, SCP, cron, LVM, system backups, and performance optimization workflows.

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There are 2 modules in this course

Build practical Linux system administration skills with CentOS through a structured, hands-on learning experience. You’ll begin with Linux fundamentals, system requirements, partitioning, dual-boot preparation, and step-by-step CentOS installation. You’ll then explore the Linux desktop and file system while learning to create users, assign roles, manage permissions, and configure system dates, times, and time zones for accurate logging.

As you progress, you’ll use essential command-line operations, control software packages, analyze system performance, and automate administrative tasks with cron. You’ll also configure network connectivity using secure SSH and SCP protocols, design scalable storage with LVM, and apply reliable backup and archiving strategies. Designed for students, IT professionals, and aspiring system administrators, this course provides a clear pathway from Linux installation to advanced CentOS administration. Its practical, command-line focus connects foundational concepts with realistic administrative tasks. Enroll to confidently install, configure, manage, secure, and optimize Linux systems for personal or enterprise environments.

This module introduces learners to CentOS and Linux fundamentals, guiding them through pre-installation steps, system requirements, and dual-boot considerations. It also covers step-by-step installation procedures to set up a stable Linux environment for enterprise or personal use.

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12 videos4 assignments

12 videosTotal 99 minutes

Introduction to CentOS9 minutes
Versions of Linux7 minutes
Pre Configuration of Linux9 minutes
Significance of Linux11 minutes
Downloading from Websites8 minutes
Installing Ubuntu6 minutes
Points for Making Dual Boot System8 minutes
Points for Making Dual Boot System Continues8 minutes
Installation Steps for Centos8 minutes
Installation Steps for Centos Continues9 minutes
Create Storage8 minutes
Add Partition8 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Introduction and Installation30 minutes
Getting Started with Linux10 minutes
Linux Installation Methods10 minutes
CentOS Installation Setup10 minutes

This module builds foundational knowledge of the Linux operating system, introducing the GUI environment, file system structure, and essential user management practices. It emphasizes system security through permissions, user roles, and proper time/date management.

What's included

10 videos4 assignments

10 videosTotal 82 minutes

Familiarization with GUI10 minutes
Familiarization with GUI Continues6 minutes
File Systems9 minutes
Significance of Root User8 minutes
Creating Users7 minutes
More on Creating Users7 minutes
Chmod Command to Change File Permission11 minutes
Date Command6 minutes
Date Command Continues9 minutes
More on Date Command Continues9 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Linux Basics and User Management30 minutes
Linux Desktop Familiarization10 minutes
Managing Users and Permissions10 minutes
Working with Date and Time10 minutes

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