Oracle Linux 8: System Administration II Training Course
Oracle Linux 8: System Administration II builds on the concepts learned in Oracle Linux 8: System Administration I and delves into more advanced topics like security, networking, system performance tuning, automation, and troubleshooting.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level system administrators who wish to deepen their knowledge in system management, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Configure and manage advanced user and group settings, including implementing user quotas and system-wide user environments.
- Use security auditing tools and configure sudo for controlled administrative access.
- Monitor and optimize system performance.
- Configure, analyze, and troubleshoot system logs.
- Develop and implement backup and recovery solutions.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
Review of Oracle Linux 8 Fundamentals
- Recap of key concepts from Oracle Linux System Administration I
- Understanding advanced shell scripting
- Review of file system management and permissions
User and Group Management
- Advanced user and group management
- Configuring system-wide user environments
- Managing user quotas and monitoring usage
Security Enhancements
- Implementing SELinux for security policies
- Managing firewalls with firewalld
- Security auditing tools and techniques
- Configuring sudo for fine-grained administrative access
Performance Monitoring and Tuning
- Using performance monitoring tools
- System logging and log management with rsyslog and journald
- Performance optimization strategies for CPU, memory, and I/O
System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Configuring and analyzing system logs
- Kernel crash analysis and using kdump
- Diagnosing and resolving boot issues
- Handling disk space and managing partitions effectively
Automation with Bash and Shell Scripting
- Advanced Bash scripting techniques
- Using cron jobs and systemd timers for automation
- Writing scripts for automating routine administrative tasks
Network Configuration and Management
- Managing and troubleshooting network services
- Configuring network interfaces with NetworkManager
- Firewall configuration with iptables and nftables
- Implementing secure remote access with SSH and VPNs
Package Management and Software Installation
- Advanced dnf usage for package management
- Configuring repositories and installing third-party software
- Managing software updates and patches
System Backup and Recovery
- Using rsync and tar for backups
- Automated backup strategies
- Restoring systems from backups
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Completion of Oracle Linux System Administration I or equivalent experience
- Basic knowledge of Linux command-line tools
Audience
- System administrators
- IT professionals
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Testimonials (5)
I liked very much the format of the training, hands on, directly in sql developer.
Andreea - OPEN COURSE
Course - Oracle Database 19c PL and Advanced SQL
The exercises were explained very good.
Monica - DB Global Technology
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
I learned complex functions and how to apply them
Ana Alexandrescu - DB Global Technology
Course - Oracle SQL Advanced
Great comunication, Łukasz explained everything in easy and understandable way
Tomasz Wojciechowski - GP Strategies Poland sp. z o.o.
Course - ORACLE SQL Fundamentals
It was quite hands-on, not too much theory.
David Lambaerts - Estee Lauder BV
Course - ORACLE PL/SQL Fundamentals
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