Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization

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Building Linux Servers: DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services Specialization

Computer Networking with DHCP, DNS, and DS.. Gain hands-on experience with networking technologies and configuration.

Instructor: Pearson

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4 course series

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Intermediate level

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4 weeks to complete

at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master the configuration and management of DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services to enhance network efficiency and security.
Gain hands-on experience with virtualization and Linux systems, preparing you for real-world IT challenges.
Develop the skills to automate network processes and manage user accounts, boosting your technical expertise and career prospects.

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Specialization - 4 course series

Designed for aspiring and current IT professionals, this course offers a hands-on approach to mastering essential networking technologies. You'll gain practical skills in configuring DHCP, DNS, and Directory Services, enhancing your technical proficiency and boosting your resume. With a focus on real-world applications, this course will empower you to efficiently manage and troubleshoot network systems, making you an invaluable asset in any tech environment. Whether you're setting up virtual machines or configuring network protocols, this course provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to excel in the ever-evolving field of technology.

Applied Learning Project

By the end of this Specialization, you will be able to build and work with Linux servers; use several systems administration tools in Linux; test and benchmark the DHCP, DNS, and directory services servers; configure, on a basic level, these servers in containers and in the cloud.

Building Linux Servers: Unit 1

Course 14 hours

What you'll learn

Master the setup and configuration of a virtualization platform using VirtualBox.
Gain proficiency in installing and managing Debian and CentOS Linux distributions.
Develop skills to effectively use SSH for secure communication with virtual machines.
Understand the strategic planning of network configurations for virtual environments.

Skills you'll gain

Category: System Configuration

Category: Linux Administration

Category: Network Administration

Category: Command-Line Interface

Category: Software Installation

Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Category: Network Architecture

Category: Linux Servers

Category: Virtualization

Category: Information Technology

Category: Virtual Environment

Category: Virtual Machines

Category: Linux

Building Linux Servers: Unit 2

Course 26 hours

What you'll learn

Master the installation and configuration of DHCPv4 and DHCPv6 servers.
Automate IP address allocation to enhance network efficiency.
Implement advanced DHCP configurations, including reservations and relay agents.
Optimize and benchmark DHCP server performance for high availability environments.

Skills you'll gain

Category: General Networking

Category: System Configuration

Category: Interoperability

Category: Linux Servers

Category: TCP/IP

Category: Network Administration

Category: Network Infrastructure

Category: Software Installation

Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Category: Network Protocols

Building Linux Servers: Unit 3

Course 33 hours

What you'll learn

Master the installation and configuration of DNS on a Linux server.
Gain proficiency in setting up and managing DNS zones for forward and reverse lookups.
Understand and implement Dynamic DNS (DDNS) in conjunction with DHCP.
Develop the ability to test and troubleshoot DNS configurations for optimal performance.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Linux Servers

Category: Linux Administration

Category: Server Administration

Category: Network Administration

Category: System Configuration

Category: Network Protocols

Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Category: Network Troubleshooting

Building Linux Servers: Unit 4

Course 45 hours

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

Category: Linux Servers

Category: Open Source Technology

Category: System Configuration

Category: Lightweight Directory Access Protocols

Category: Identity and Access Management

Category: Authentications

Category: Performance Tuning

Category: Linux Administration

Category: Systems Administration

Category: Server Administration

Category: User Accounts

Category: Group Policy

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