Overview
| Course code | QLXL2 | Skill level | Basic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 20.0 hours | Delivery type | Self-paced Virtual Class |
| Course type | Public only | ||
| Public price | USD $925.00 plus tax |
Once the id and password are provided, the course must be completed in 30 days.
Learn basic Linux user skills through reading assignments, multimedia presentations, interactive real-time chats with an instructor, and quizzes with instructor feedback.
Learn how to install and configure Red Hat or SUSE Linux on your personal workstation and how to use this workstation in your day-to-day business. Also, learn about file management, shell basics, process monitoring, and basic system configuration.
Hands-on labs are not included in this course. If you would like access to the remote labs, see the course description for
- Linux Basics and Installation (self-paced virtual class) (QLXA2).
The course is available 24-hours a day. Live instructor help is available Monday-Friday from 9:00 am-5:00 pm ET.
The self-paced format gives you the opportunity to complete the course at your convenience at any location and at your own pace.
Note: If you are also planning to order Linux System Administration - Lite (Self-paced Virtual Class) (QLXL3) and Linux TCP/IP Administration - Lite (self-paced virtual class) (QLXL7), you can save 25% by ordering Linux On-line Suite (three Lite self-paced virtual classes) (QLPL1).
Online Enrollment:
Before enrolling, review the Machine Requirements to be sure your system meets the minimum hardware requirements for this course.
Within 48 hours after you enroll, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing: your online link, your ID and password, and additional instructions for starting the course.
Start the course at any time. Once you start the course, you have 30 days to complete the program. You are billed for the course when you submit your enrollment form.
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Audience
This is a basic course for individuals with an interest in Linux, but who have little or no actual knowledge or experience. Linux is a UNIX-like operating system, but this course is recommended for individuals with little or no UNIX experience.
Skills taught
- Plan a basic installation of Linux
- Configure Linux on your personal work station
- Use Linux as your personal workstation in your day-to-day activities
- Create and manipulate files and directories
- Use the Bourne Again SHell (bash) shell
- Use the vi editor
- Monitor processes
- Access Linux documentation
- Connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) and the Internet
- Integrate Linux in a Windows environment
Course outline
- Introduction to Linux
- Installing Linux
- Using the System
- Working with Files and Directories
- File and Directory Permissions
- Linux Documentation
- A Tour through Linux
- Editing Files
- Shell Basics
- Working with Processes
- Linux Utilities
- Shell Scripting
- The Linux GUI
- Customizing the User Environment
- Basic System Configuration
- Integrating Linux in a Windows Environment
Certification
These self-paced virtual classes are one of the resources that can help you review and prepare for the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Certifications. These classes are helpful for understanding the concepts in LPI 101 and 102 exams.
Machine requirements
To access the course, your workstation must meet the following requirements:
- Processor: Pentium 133 MHz or better
- Operating System: Windows 9X or better
- RAM: 64 Mb or better
- Video resolution: 800 x 600 minimum, 256 colors
- Sound Card
- Speakers
- Mouse or other pointing device
- Internet connection (56 kbps or better)
- Browser: Internet Explorer 5, Mozilla Firefox 2 or better
- Plug-ins: TechSmith Video CODEC (available upon first site access)
To view the multimedia presentations, your system must be configured with an AVI video player (Real Player or Windows Media Player)
To print the course documentation for the course, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader and access to a printer.
e-Labs:
To attend remote e-Labs, the following ports must be opened:
- 443
- 80
- 5800
- 5900
Chats:
eTutor support is available daily from 08:00 to 17:00 EST daily Monday to Friday. To allow access to the chat server the following ports must be open:
- 8080
- 8082
Options:
- For Flash multimedia presentations, the Flash plug-in is required. Typically, you are prompted to download upon encountering the presentation. If you are not, you may download the player from http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash
- Access to simulations requires that the library files for the simulation be downloaded to your machine. Typically this will take only a few seconds.
Java Runtime Environments:
It is recommended that the 1.4.2_x Runtime supplied by Sun Microsystems be used. This runtime can be downloaded at http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.4.2/download.html for the particular operating system that is needed. Once the Runtime Environment is downloaded it is recommended that the currently installed Runtime Environment be uninstalled before the new Runtime Environment is installed.