Perform Basic Linux System Administration
In this lab, you’ll practice basic Linux system administration tasks. When you’re finished, you’ll have the knowledge to monitor system processes, the ability to find log files and log entries, the know-how to add Linux users, and the ability to change Linux file permissions.
Terms and conditions apply.
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Getting Started in the Lab Environment
Here are the initial instructions and explanation of the lab environment. Read this while your environment is busy creating itself from nothing. Yes, this violates physics; we know. How fun!
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Monitor Linux System Processes
To begin, you’ll learn how to monitor Linux system processes.
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Explore System Log Files
In this challenge, you'll learn how to explore log files to learn what is happening on a Linux system.
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Manage Linux Users
You’ll learn how to manage Linux users.
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Check and Apply Permissions to Files
Finally, you’ll learn how to check and apply permissions to Linux files.
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The Last Challenge
Welcome to the final challenge! This is your last chance to experiment in the environment. Clicking Finish Lab will end this little world that flittered into existence just for you.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- No pre-requisites, as these labs and their associated video courses will introduce learners to Linux. Watching the associated video courses before attempting the labs is recommended. See Challenge 2 for the associated course.