Basics of Linux

What You'll Learn

• Navigate directories in Linux
• Explore major Linux distributions
• Perform basic administration tasks
• Write simple Bash scripts
• Manage file permissions and users

Weekly Breakdown

Week 1: Getting Started with Linux

• Session 1: Linux History, Distributions, Live Boot
• Session 2: Shell Basics, Terminal Usage, Common Commands
• Session 3: Filesystem Structure, Navigation

Week 2: Files, Folders & Permissions

• Session 4: File/Directory Commands: cp, mv, rm, mkdir
• Session 5: Viewing & Editing Files with nano and vim
• Session 6: Understanding chmod, chown, rwx permissions

Week 3: Users & System Tools

• Session 7: Adding/Removing Users, Groups, Passwords
• Session 8: Monitoring Processes with ps, top
• Session 9: Disk Usage, Mounting, Resource Monitoring

Week 4: Tools & Scripts

• Session 10: Package Managers (apt, yum)
• Session 11: Networking Basics: ifconfig, ping, netstat
• Session 12: Shell Scripting: loops, variables, automation

Final Assessment

At the end of Week 4, you'll complete a hands-on practical or quiz to test your skills. A certificate of completion will be awarded.

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