Practical Debian Server Fundamentals - Linux Administration

Master Debian Linux: From Installation to Command-Line Mastery and System Management. Practical and Hands On.

What you'll learn

Students will learn how to install and configure Debian Linux on a virtual machine.

They will understand basic and advanced command-line navigation in Debian.

Learners will explore software management using APT to install, update, and remove packages.

The course will cover configuring basic networking settings in Debian.

Students will gain knowledge on how to manage users, permissions, and the sudoers file.

They'll dive into disk management and file system configuration in Debian.

Learners will discover how to monitor system logs and performance effectively.

The course will teach essential security practices, including enabling SSH and using firewalls like UFW.

Students will explore backup and restoration processes for Debian servers.

They'll also understand how to manage file and process operations in a Debian environment.

Requirements

Access to a computer with internet to download necessary software.

Familiarity with virtual machines is helpful but not required.

A desire to learn about Linux, specifically Debian.

Description

Unlock the power of Debian Linux with this comprehensive beginner-to-intermediate course! Whether you're new to Linux or looking to enhance your skills, this course will guide you through everything you need to know about Debian, one of the most stable and widely-used Linux distributions.Starting with installation, you'll learn how to set up Debian on a virtual machine, explore the basics of navigating the command line, and understand the core elements of Linux system management. You'll dive deep into managing software using APT, configuring network settings, and handling users and permissions. The course also covers advanced topics like disk management, monitoring system logs, and setting up security essentials such as SSH and firewalls.This hands-on course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn Debian from scratch. With practical exercises and real-world scenarios, you'll gain the confidence to manage Debian systems in both personal and professional environments.Key topics include:Installing and configuring Debian on virtual machinesNavigating and mastering the command lineManaging software packages with APTBasic and advanced networking configurationManaging users, permissions, and the sudoers fileDisk management and file systemsBackup strategies and data recovery for Debian serversSystem logs, monitoring, and performance analysisEssential security practices with UFW, Fail2ban, and SSHBy the end of this course, you’ll be able to confidently set up, maintain, and troubleshoot Debian systems, making you a valuable asset in any IT or system administration role.Enroll now and start your journey to mastering Debian Linux!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome and Course Overview

Lecture 2 Servers Overview

Lecture 3 What is Linux and Debian?

Lecture 4 What is Linux?

Lecture 5 Terminal vs GUI

Section 2: Setting Up Debian

Lecture 6 Downloading Debian

Lecture 7 Debian Minimum Hardware Requirements

Lecture 8 Preparing Virtual Machine

Lecture 9 Installing Debian

Section 3: Navigating the Debian Environment

Lecture 10 Logging into your new Debian Server

Lecture 11 Introduction to the Command Line Interface (CLI)

Lecture 12 Connecting to Remote Systems via SSH

Lecture 13 Managing Software - Introduction to APT (Advanced Package Tool)

Section 4: Networking Basics in Debian

Lecture 14 Basic Networking Configuration

Lecture 15 Advanced Networking Concepts

Section 5: Basic System Administration

Lecture 16 Users and Permissions

Lecture 17 Linux File and Folder Permissions: A Detailed Guide

Lecture 18 File and Process Management

Lecture 19 Understanding the Linux Filesystem

Lecture 20 Extra Content: VIM vs Nano

Lecture 21 Extra Content: WinSCP

Lecture 22 Disk Management and File Systems

Section 6: System Maintenance

Lecture 23 System Logs and Monitoring

Lecture 24 Backing Up and Restoring Data

Lecture 25 Backup VMs at the Hypervisor Level

Lecture 26 Backup Best Practices

Lecture 27 Extra Content: Setup Monitoring on Linux Servers (SNMP)

Lecture 28 Extra Content: SNMPWALK

Section 7: Security Essentials

Lecture 29 Security Essentials

Lecture 30 Fail2Ban

Lecture 31 Uncomplicated Firewall (UFW)

Section 8: Conclusion

Lecture 32 Additional Resources and Course Wrap-Up

Beginners interested in learning Linux, specifically Debian.,Students or hobbyists eager to learn how to set up and manage a Debian system.