Which specific tools does this course walk through?

You will learn nmcli and nmtui, dig, host, and nslookup, systemctl and journalctl, timedatectl and chronyd, and cron and systemd timers through detailed walk throughs. You will also see tools for checking connectivity and diagnosing service failures.

What roles does this course prepare me for?

This course builds skills for roles like Linux Administrator, Network Administrator, DevOps Engineer, and Site Reliability Engineer:the kind of roles where keeping systems connected, running, and automated is part of the job.

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Linux Networking, Services, and Automation

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Linux Networking, Services, and Automation

This course is part of RHCSA Certification Preparation Specialization

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure network connections and troubleshoot connectivity, so your systems stay reachable and reliable
Handle Linux service management, from starting and stopping services to writing and debugging your own, so nothing goes down unnoticed
Build skills aligned with RHCSA (EX200) certification objectives, covering the networking and automation tasks the exam tests
Automate recurring tasks, so routine work happens on schedule without manual effort

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course equips you with Linux networking and automation skills. You'll configure and troubleshoot network connections, keep Linux services running, and handle Linux automation. It's built on the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 (RHEL 10) and aligned with the RHCSA (EX200) exam objectives.

This course is heavily hands-on. You'll observe real networking and automation work performed on an actual RHEL 10 system: setting up a connection, recovering a failed service, and scheduling a task, demonstrated step by step. By the end, keeping systems connected and running smoothly won't feel unfamiliar. When something breaks, you'll know where to look & how to fix it. Routine tasks will run on their own instead of needing your attention. This course is for learners ready to work with networking, services, and automation on RHEL. That's a fit whether you handle network and service issues at work, are drawn to automation, or are preparing for RHCSA certification. If you're comfortable working from the command line, managing permissions, and handling everyday Linux administration, you're ready to start. Enroll today.

This module covers Linux network configuration using tools like nmcli, nmtui, and ip commands for managing interfaces and routing. It also focuses on DNS setup, connectivity testing, and real-world network troubleshooting techniques.

What's included

15 videos4 readings2 assignments

15 videosTotal 45 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: View connections (nmcli con show)3 minutes
Demo: Set static IP using nmcli4 minutes
Demo: Configure using nmtui3 minutes
Demo: Restart Network Services and Verify Connectivity6 minutes
Demo: Update DNS settings3 minutes
Demo: End-to-end connectivity test3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Understand 'ping' and 'packet' loss3 minutes
Demo: Using ip a and ip r to Check IP and Routing 3 minutes
Demo: Testing DNS Using 'dig, host, and nslookup'2 minutes
Demo: Checking Open Ports Using the 'ss' Command3 minutes
Demo: Connectivity test using curl3 minutes
Real scenario troubleshooting3 minutes

4 readingsTotal 40 minutes

nmcli Syntax Reference10 minutes
Static IP Configuration Recap Sheet10 minutes
ip Command Reference10 minutes
DNS Troubleshooting Tool Comparison10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 24 minutes

Proficiency Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes

This module focuses on managing Linux services using systemctl, including starting, stopping, enabling, and troubleshooting services. It also covers system logs, time synchronization, and creating custom systemd services.

What's included

21 videos7 readings3 assignments

21 videosTotal 55 minutes

Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Checking Service Status Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Starting, Stopping, and Restarting Services Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Enabling and Disabling Services at Boot2 minutes
Demo: Listing and Managing Failed Services Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Viewing Service Logs2 minutes
Troubleshoot Service Failures3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Creating a Basic .service File2 minutes
Demo: Running a Script as a Service3 minutes
Reload systemd daemon3 minutes
Demo: Enabling a Custom Service to Start at Boot3 minutes
Demo: Debug Service Failures3 minutes
Demo: Validating Service Log Output3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Why Correct System Time Matters3 minutes
Demo: Checking System Time Status Using 'timedatectl'3 minutes
Demo: Setting the System Timezone Using timedatectl3 minutes
Demo: Understanding NTP and Time Synchronization3 minutes
Chronyd service control (systemctl start/enable chronyd)3 minutes
Demo: Verifying Time Synchronization and Troubleshooting with chrony4 minutes

7 readingsTotal 70 minutes

systemctl Command Reference10 minutes
journalctl Quick Reference10 minutes
Unit File Syntax Reference10 minutes
daemon-reload — Why It's Needed10 minutes
Custom Service Debugging Checklist10 minutes
timedatectl Command Reference10 minutes
chrony vs timedatectl — How They Relate10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 36 minutes

Proficiency Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes

This module covers task scheduling using cron and at commands for automating system jobs. It also includes advanced automation using systemd timers, job monitoring, and troubleshooting scheduled tasks.

What's included

15 videos5 readings2 assignments

15 videosTotal 50 minutes

Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Enable 'cron' Service3 minutes
Demo: Create cron jobs Using (crontab -e)4 minutes
Demo: List Cron Jobs Using (crontab -l)4 minutes
Demo: Use "at" for one-time tasks3 minutes
Demo: Test Scheduled Jobs5 minutes
Fix Common Cron Errors4 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Create .timer unit file5 minutes
Demo: Create linked .service unit file5 minutes
Demo: Enable and Test Timer Execution4 minutes
Demo: Create Linked .Service Unit File3 minutes
Demo: Check Timer Logs Using 'journalctl'4 minutes
Timer-Based Automation3 minutes
Course Completion2 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Cron Syntax Reference10 minutes
cron vs at — When to Use Which10 minutes
Common Cron Errors Checklist10 minutes
Timer Unit Syntax Reference10 minutes
systemctl list-timers Output Explained10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 24 minutes

Proficiency Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, this course is aligned with the RHCSA certification. It's part of the RHCSA Certification Preparation Specialization and maps to EX200 examobjectives, covering network configuration,Linux service management, andLinux automation. You'll build these skills on RHEL 10 through detailed demonstrations.

You should already be comfortable with the command line, file permissions, and everyday Linux administration before starting this course. If you can navigate the command line and manage basic system administration tasks,you'reall set to get started.

It means nearly every topic is taught through detailed demonstrations on a real RHEL 10 system. You'll see the actual commands typed, the actual output on screen, and the actual fix applied when something breaks.

What sets this course apart are its hands-on approach, its direct alignment with the RHCSA (EX200) exam objectives, and its use of the latest RHEL 10 release, where networking is now handled entirely through Network Manager with no legacy network scripts, a real change most courses haven't caught up to yet. You'll see real tasks, like fixing a broken network connection or setting up a job to run automatically, demonstrated on a real system.

If you've completed Linux Foundations and Linux Administration Essentials, this course adds networking, service management, and automation skills to your RHCSA preparation, but it's one part of the path, not the whole thing. It's designed to be taken as part of the RHCSA Certification Preparation Specialization, where you'll progressively build the full set of skills required for the EX200 exam.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.