Course Outline
Session 1: Introduction to SSH and SSH Access Security
- Overview of SSH protocol and its significance in secure remote access
Securing SSH access using key-based authentication
Implementing strong password policies and two-factor authentication
Configuring SSH to allow access from specific IP addresses only
Session 2: Samba File Sharing
- Introduction to Samba and its role in file and printer sharing
Configuring Samba server to share directories
Setting up user authentication and permissions for Samba shares
Accessing Samba shares from Windows and Linux clients
Session 3: DNS (Domain Name System)
- Understanding DNS and its role in translating domain names to IP addresses
Setting up a DNS server using BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Domain)
Configuring DNS zones, records, and name resolution
Troubleshooting common DNS issues
Session 4: Web Servers (Apache)
- Introduction to Apache HTTP Server and its role in serving web pages
Installing and configuring Apache on Linux
Creating virtual hosts for hosting multiple websites
Configuring SSL/TLS certificates for secure HTTPS communication
Session 5: Cache Servers (Squid)
- Understanding the concept of caching and its benefits for web performance
Installing and configuring Squid as a caching proxy server
Configuring access controls, caching policies, and logging in Squid
Testing and monitoring Squid's caching effectiveness
Session 6: E-mail Servers (Sendmail, Postfix)
- Overview of email protocols (SMTP, POP3, IMAP)
Setting up and configuring Sendmail or Postfix as an email server
Configuring email aliases, virtual domains, and user mailboxes
Implementing spam filtering and antivirus protection for email
Session 7: DHCP Server
- Introduction to DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Installing and configuring ISC DHCP server
Assigning IP addresses, subnet masks, and other network parameters dynamically
Managing DHCP leases and troubleshooting common DHCP issues
Session 8: FTP Server
- Overview of FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
Installing and configuring an FTP server (e.g., vsftpd, proftpd)
Configuring user access, permissions, and secure FTP options
Enabling FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) for encrypted file transfers
Session 9: Databases (MySQL)
- Introduction to MySQL database management system
Installing and configuring MySQL server
Creating databases, tables, and user accounts
Managing data, backups, and database security
Session 10: Advanced Firewall Setup, Kernel Configuration, and Compilation
- Advanced firewall setup using iptables
Implementing network address translation (NAT) and port forwarding
Introduction to kernel configuration and compilation
Customizing kernel options for improved performance and security
Requirements
- An understanding of Linux
- Experience with basic Linux commands
Testimonials (1)
I liked the fact that 80-90% of things were new to me, and it opened my eyes about a lot of technologies and about how sys admin works.