This course offers a hands-on approach to setting up and administering directory services, providing you with the skills to implement cost-effective solutions in real-world scenarios. You'll learn to install and configure a directory services server, manage users and groups, and establish secure client connections. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to analyze server performance and ensure robust security measures. Whether you're seeking to enhance your sysadmin capabilities or explore alternatives to paid solutions, this course is your gateway to a comprehensive understanding of directory services.
Building Linux Servers: Unit 4
Building Linux Servers: Unit 4
This course is part of Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization
Instructors: Pearson
Access provided by University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Install and configure an open-source directory services server using Identity Management (FreeIPA).
Administer users, groups, and policies effectively across Linux systems.
Establish and manage secure client connections to the directory services server.
Conduct server analysis and implement security measures to safeguard your infrastructure.
Skills you'll gain
- Linux Administration
- Linux Commands
- Servers
- User Provisioning
- User Accounts
- Performance Testing
- Identity and Access Management
- Lightweight Directory Access Protocols
- Authentications
- Operating System Administration
- Open Source Technology
- System Configuration
- Server Administration
- Group Policy
- Systems Administration
- Linux Servers
- Performance Tuning
Tools you'll learn
Details to know
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Assessments
5 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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