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Oracle Linux 8: Security, Containers & Cloud Integration

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Oracle Linux 8: Security, Containers & Cloud Integration

This course is part of Oracle Linux Cookbook Specialization

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master DNF for package management and stream-specific installations
Implement high availability services using Podman and automation tools
Secure systems with Secure Boot and encryption techniques

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There are 5 modules in this course

Explore advanced Oracle Linux 8 topics including system security, containerization, application management, and cloud integration. This course enables learners to secure, modernize, and extend their Oracle Linux deployments.

This course focuses on securing Oracle Linux 8 systems, managing applications with AppStreams, deploying and orchestrating containers using Podman and related tools, and integrating with cloud platforms. Learners will gain practical knowledge in encryption, compliance, SELinux, and cloud image creation, preparing them to meet modern infrastructure demands. By the end of the course, participants will be able to confidently secure, containerize, and extend Oracle Linux environments to the cloud. Combining in-depth explanations with scenario-based learning, this course guides learners through advanced security practices, container management, and cloud integration techniques. Learners will be empowered to apply best practices for modern Oracle Linux administration. This course is part three of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on Oracle Linux Cookbook, by Erik Benner, Erik B. Thomsen and Jonathan Spindel.

This module covers essential techniques for securing systems, including encryption methods like GPG, SSL/TLS, and LUKS, as well as compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and FedRAMP. Learners will gain practical skills in securing data both at rest and in motion, implementing firewall rules, and maintaining SELinux policies.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

8 readingsTotal 46 minutes

Keeping the Data Safe Securing a System8 minutes
Encrypting All Web Traffic6 minutes
Testing5 minutes
Setting Up LUKS5 minutes
Validating Adherence to a Compliance Policy7 minutes
Port Protection and Restricting Network Access5 minutes
Keeping SELinux Active6 minutes
SELinux Fixfiles4 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Securing Systems and Protecting Data16 minutes

This module provides an in-depth exploration of AppStreams, focusing on how to search, install, and manage software versions using module organization and version control. Learners will gain practical skills in managing application streams and understanding the modular structure of software in Oracle Linux.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 assignment

This module introduces learners to Podman as an alternative container runtime, covering its features, comparisons with Docker, and practical uses in creating and managing containers. It explores utility containers, data storage, and integration with Kubernetes, providing hands-on skills for efficient container workflows.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

9 readingsTotal 44 minutes

Technical Requirements4 minutes
Giving Your Containers a Root Canal4 minutes
Creating Handy-Dandy Utility Containers5 minutes
Converting a Markdown File to DOCX Using Pandoc6 minutes
Docker Compose with Podman4 minutes
Managing Stacks with Pods4 minutes
Automatic Pod Creation5 minutes
Data Storage6 minutes
Buildah and Skopeo Podman's Friends with Benefits6 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Container Security and Management Fundamentals16 minutes

This module provides an in-depth look at installing and managing Oracle Linux Automation Manager (OLAM) in hybrid cloud environments. Learners will gain hands-on experience with designing playbooks, configuring OLAM through the UI, and managing patching workflows. The module emphasizes practical automation techniques to improve IT efficiency and resource management.

What's included

1 video7 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

7 readingsTotal 40 minutes

Introduction4 minutes
Getting Ready14 minutes
Zip Through Configuring and Managing OLAM from the Foundation Up4 minutes
OLAM Isn't Fantasy Football But They Both Use Playbooks4 minutes
Controlling the Patching Chaos3 minutes
Look Beyond Automation5 minutes
Set It and Forget It6 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Navigating Ansible and OLAM Fundamentals16 minutes

This module covers the fundamentals of deploying Oracle Linux in both local and cloud environments, including VM migration, Docker container management with Portainer, and creating custom images for AWS. Learners will gain hands-on skills in cloud-native application development and infrastructure setup.

What's included

1 video5 readings2 assignments

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

5 readingsTotal 46 minutes

Introduction5 minutes
Getting Ready4 minutes
Making Docker Desktop More Manageable with Portainer10 minutes
Using VirtualBox to Springboard VMs to OCI15 minutes
For Everyone Else Let's Make Custom Images for AWS12 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 46 minutes

Oracle Linux 8: Security, Containers, and Cloud Integration Final Assessment30 minutes
Cloud Computing and Virtualization Fundamentals16 minutes

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