Course Status:	Released	Courseware Features
Course Language:	English
Course Duration:	7.5 Hours
Deployment Options:	Online, Interactive CDs, Network, Downloads, Intranet

Audience

People wishing to learn about the Linux operating system

Prerequisites

Some knowledge of computer operating systems; experience of using a command-line interface would be useful though not essential

Course Aim

This learning path introduces the key aspects of the Linux operating system and equips the student to install and configure Linux on suitable hardware. It describes how to set up and configure essential networking services over TCP/IP networks, including the Network File System (NFS), DNS, network printing, e-mail, and configuring a web server. The learning path explains how to maintain a secure Linux system. This involves: managing users, software, and processes; working with the Linux filesystem, and using text editors and the Bash shell. It also incorporates troubleshooting techniques and principles for Linux systems. This learning path prepares students for the CompTIA Linux+ examination.

Learning Objectives

To describe hardware functions and how to troubleshoot Linux problems

Topics Covered

Position and function of computer components System board, power supply, CPU, and memory Storage devices, monitors, and modems Firmware, BIOS, and CMOS Portable systems, ports, and PDAs Adding and removing components Adding the system board, power supply, CPU, and memory Adding storage and input devices and expansion cards Adding portable system components Adding and removing field removable modules Peripheral ports, cabling, and connectors Cable types and orientation Pin connections Parallel and serial communication Connecting ports and cables IDE/EIDE and SCSI devices Master/slave configurations Primary and secondary controllers SCSI devices and types SCSI configuration, connections, and compatibility Installing SCSI controller cards and devices Troubleshooting practices and strategies Understanding the boot process in Linux Shutting down the Linux system and using rescue mode Emergency shutdown and reboot in Linux Troubleshooting Linux Troubleshooting Linux features IRQ, DMA, and I/O resources Identifying IRQs Introduction to IRQs, DMA, and I/O addresses in Linux Troubleshooting and diagnosis Troubleshooting power supply unit and boot problems Troubleshooting audio, sound, and I/O device problems Troubleshooting equipment and procedures Troubleshooting disk drive problems Troubleshooting modem, NIC, and USB problems

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