Ubuntu Course At Paarsh E-Learning

Operating Systems

Ubuntu

Overview
Syllabus

Course description

Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux-based operating system developed and maintained by Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distributions, known for its ease of use, stability, and security.

Ubuntu is based on the Debian architecture and uses the GNOME desktop environment. It offers a wide range of software applications, including office productivity software, multimedia tools, web browsers, and development tools.

Ubuntu can be installed on a variety of devices, including desktops, laptops, servers, and cloud-based systems. It also offers a variety of different versions, including a long-term support (LTS) version, which is supported with security updates and bug fixes for five years.

Ubuntu has a strong community of developers and users who contribute to its development, support, and documentation. Additionally, Ubuntu has been adopted by many businesses and organizations around the world as a reliable and cost-effective alternative to proprietary operating systems.

What you will learn from this course?

Best practices to secure the VPS
Deploy a secure Virtual Private Server on a provider like Linode, Digital Ocean, or Vultr
Install most commonly used software (web server, PHP, databases, etc)
Connect to the VPS using SSH (secure shell) and Kes (public and private SSH keys)

This course includes!

Daily Live session
A recorded session with problem-solving material
Access on Mobile and TV
Certificate of completion

This course is for

Developers who want to host their own web applications
People who are interested in acquiring "DevOps" skills for future employment
People who are interested in best practices for securing a Linux based server

Prerequisites for this course

A functional Windows, Macintosh, or Linux computer & an Internet connection
Some experience with Linux is helpful, but not essential. We'll go over the basics

Ubuntu Operating Syllabus

Introduction To Ubuntu And Linux

Overview of Ubuntu as a Linux distribution Understanding Linux principles and open-source software Navigating the Ubuntu user interface Exploring the Unity or GNOME desktop environment
Getting Started With Terminal

Introduction to the Linux terminal (command line) Basic terminal commands: ls, cd, mkdir, etc. Working with files and directories in the terminal Using basic text editors like nano and vim
File System And Permissions

Understanding the Linux file system hierarchy File and directory permissions and ownership Using chmod and chown to modify permissions Navigating and managing files and directories in the terminal
Package Management And Software Installation

Using APT (Advanced Package Tool) for package management Installing, updating, and removing software packages Adding and managing software repositories Introduction to package managers like Snap and Flatpak
User Management And Security

Managing user accounts and groups Setting up and configuring user profiles Understanding sudo and user privileges Implementing basic security measures in Ubuntu
Networking And Internet Connectivity

Configuring network connections and interfaces Using Network Manager for wireless and wired networks Sharing files and printers on a local network Basic network troubleshooting
Shell Scripting And Automation

Introduction to shell scripting using Bash Writing and executing basic shell scripts Automating tasks using shell scripts Using cron for scheduled tasks
Advanced Topics And Final Project

Exploring advanced Ubuntu features (LVM, encryption, etc.) Introduction to server administration concepts Deploying services like web servers and databases Final project: Ubuntu server setup and configuration
Paarsh E-learning encourages hands-on practice, assignments, and projects throughout the course to reinforce students' understanding of Ubuntu operating system concepts. Assign tasks that involve using the terminal, configuring system settings, and troubleshooting issues. Cover both theoretical concepts and practical applications to provide a well-rounded learning experience.