Course description: Linux TCP/IP Administration - Lite (self-paced virtual class)

Once the id and password are provided, the course must be completed in 30 days.

Learn the fundamentals of Linux TCP/IP network configuration and administration through reading assignments, multimedia presentations, interactive real-time chats with an instructor, and quizzes with instructor feedback.

Learn to implement and use: the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP); electronic mail; static and dynamic routing; the Domain Name System (DNS); the Network File System (NFS); the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP); and the Network Time Protocol (NTP).

This course does not offer remote lab access. If you need remote hands-on labs, see the course description for:

• Linux TCP/IP Administration (self-paced virtual class) (QLXA7)

The course is available 24 hours a day. Online instructor help is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.

The self-paced format gives you the opportunity to complete the course at your convenience, at any location, and at your own pace.

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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Training Paths that reference this course are:

• Preparation for Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Certification
• Linux System Administrators

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IBM Education Advantage Program eligibility:

• Yes - IBM Education Pack - online account

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This is an intermediate course for network administrators or individuals who configure, use, and support TCP/IP and common network services, such as electronic mail, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name System (DNS), Network File System (NFS), and Network Information System (NIS) on Linux.

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You should:

• Have a working knowledge of the Linux environment and commands
• Be able to edit files with vi
• Understand file systems, directories, files and their security
• Understand the concept of mounting file systems
• Have a basic knowledge of general networking concepts

These skills can be obtained by completing:

• Linux Basics and Installation (LX020) or
• Linux Basics and Installation (self-paced virtual class) (QLXA2) or
• Linux Basics and Installation - Lite (self-paced virtual class) (QLXL2)

or

• Linux System Administration I: Implementation (LX030) or
• Linux System Administration (self-paced virtual class) (QLXA3) or
• Linux System Administration - Lite (self-paced virtual class) (QLXL3)

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• TCP/IP Concepts
• Configuring TCP/IP
• The xinetd Daemon and xinetd Services
• Secure Shell and Secure Copy
• Routing
• Domain Name System
• Electronic Mail
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
• Network File System
• NFS Automounter
• The Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
• The Network Time Protocol (NTP)
• IPv6
• Troubleshooting

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• TCP/IP protocols and addressing
• TCP/IP subnet masking
• Configuring TCP/IP on Linux
• TCP/IP commands
• Introduction to troubleshooting network problems
• TCP/IP broadcasting and multicasting
• Point-to-Point Protoco implementation
• Static and dynamic routing including an introduction to the Routing Information Protocol (RIP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) protocols
• Concepts and basic implementation of DNS
• Concepts and basic implementation of NFS and NIS
• Electronic mail

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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.

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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)