Introduction to Open Source Operating Systems - Master's
Master Linux fundamentals, from history to advanced system administration. Gain practical skills in open-source technologies.
Master Linux fundamentals, from history to advanced system administration. Gain practical skills in open-source technologies.
This comprehensive course covers advanced concepts of open source operating systems, focusing on Linux. Students will explore the history and philosophy of Unix and Linux, learn system administration, shell scripting, networking, and automation. The course provides hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and practices, preparing students for real-world Linux environments and advanced system management roles.
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What you'll learn
Understand the history and philosophy of Unix and Linux systems
Master Linux command-line operations and advanced shell scripting
Configure and manage Linux desktop environments
Perform complex system administration tasks
Manage Linux processes and filesystems effectively
Set up and troubleshoot advanced networking in Linux
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33 assignments
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There are 9 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to open source operating systems at a master's level, with a primary focus on Linux. Students will delve into the rich history and philosophy of Unix and Linux, understanding the foundational principles that have shaped modern computing. The curriculum covers a wide range of advanced topics, from navigating the Linux desktop and mastering shell scripting to complex system administration tasks. Learners will develop practical skills in managing processes, filesystems, and networking components in a Linux environment. The course also introduces automation techniques and tools, preparing students for efficient system management in real-world scenarios.
The History and Philosophy of Unix and Linux Free and Opensource Software
Module 1 · 8 Hours to complete
Navigating the Linux Desktop
Module 2 · 8 Hours to complete
Introduction to the Linux Editors and Shell Scripts
Module 3 · 14 Hours to complete
Intermediate Shell Scripting
Module 4 · 14 Hours to complete
Introduction to System Administration
Module 5 · 15 Hours to complete
Introduction to Managing Linux Processes and Filesystems
Module 6 · 17 Hours to complete
Introduction to Networking, Databases, and Web Technologies
Module 7 · 15 Hours to complete
Introduction to Automation
Module 8 · 16 Hours to complete
Summative Course Assessment
Module 9 · 3 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Expert in Open Source Technologies at Illinois Tech"
James Papademas is an Industry Associate Professor in the Information Technology and Management department at Illinois Tech. He teaches several courses, including "Introduction to Open Source Application Development," "Introduction to Open Source Operating Systems" (both Bachelor's and Master's levels), and "Open Source Programming" (also at both Bachelor's and Master's levels). His courses focus on the principles and practices of open source technologies, providing students with a solid foundation in application development, operating systems, and programming within the open source ecosystem.
Expert in Open Source Operating Systems at Illinois Tech
Jeremy Hajek is an Industry Associate Professor in the Information Technology and Management department at Illinois Tech. He teaches courses including "Introduction to Open Source Operating Systems" at both the Bachelor's and Master's levels. These courses provide students with foundational knowledge and skills in open source operating systems, covering installation, configuration, and management, as well as the principles underlying open source software development.
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