Comprehensive beginner's guide to Linux OS. Learn installation, file management, and essential commands for IT and development.
Comprehensive beginner's guide to Linux OS. Learn installation, file management, and essential commands for IT and development.
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the Linux operating system, designed for complete beginners. Starting with an overview of Linux and its distributions, it guides learners through setting up a virtual environment using VirtualBox and installing Linux Mint. The course covers essential topics such as navigating the Linux interface, understanding the file system hierarchy, and mastering terminal commands. Students will learn file and directory management, system utilities, and basic networking concepts. The curriculum also includes more advanced topics like process management, memory usage, and simple shell scripting. With hands-on exercises and practical examples, this course equips learners with the fundamental skills needed to work confidently with Linux, making it ideal for IT students, aspiring developers, or anyone curious about this powerful operating system.
Instructors:
English
What you'll learn
Understand the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and its distributions
Install and configure Linux Mint in a virtual environment using VirtualBox
Navigate the Linux file system and use essential terminal commands
Manage files, directories, and user permissions effectively
Use system utilities and perform basic networking tasks
Monitor system processes and manage memory usage
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.5 Hours PreRecorded video
5 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 10 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Linux operating system, tailored for beginners with no prior experience. It covers a wide range of topics, starting from the basics of what Linux is and its various distributions, to more advanced concepts like networking, process management, and shell scripting. The course is structured to provide hands-on experience, guiding students through the installation of Linux Mint in a virtual environment using VirtualBox. Learners will gain practical skills in navigating the Linux interface, using terminal commands, managing files and directories, and understanding system utilities. The curriculum also includes setting up a web server and creating simple shell scripts, offering a taste of real-world applications. By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in Linux, enabling them to perform essential tasks and explore further areas of Linux administration and development.
Introduction
Module 1 · 22 Minutes to complete
Linux Distributions and History
Module 2 · 11 Minutes to complete
Download, Install, and Configure
Module 3 · 36 Minutes to complete
Introduction to File System and Terminal
Module 4 · 37 Minutes to complete
System and Utility Commands
Module 6 · 45 Minutes to complete
Networking
Module 7 · 17 Minutes to complete
Process and Memory
Module 8 · 25 Minutes to complete
Advanced Features
Module 9 · 20 Minutes to complete
Bonus: Additional VirtualBox settings
Module 10 · 1 Hours to complete
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