LPIC-2 Linux Engineer (202-450)

LPIC-2 Linux Engineer (202-450)

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Advanced level

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2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Advanced level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure BIND DNS, Apache, Nginx, and Squid for web hosting and proxy services.
Integrate Samba and NFS for secure file sharing across systems.
Secure Linux systems using iptables, OpenVPN, and Fail2ban.

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There are 6 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course is designed to equip you with the skills necessary to pass the LPIC-2 Linux Engineer (202-450) exam. You will learn to configure and manage DNS, web servers, file sharing, network services, and system security in Linux environments. By the end of this course, you will be proficient in using Linux servers to manage domains, email, networking, file sharing, and security protocols. You’ll dive into managing DNS with BIND, configure web servers like Apache and Nginx, and secure server access with encryption and firewalls. The course walks you through hands-on installation and configuration of key Linux services, including Samba for file sharing, OpenLDAP for directory management, and Postfix for email servers. Additionally, you will tackle the complexities of securing servers using iptables, VPNs, and Fail2ban to prevent attacks and manage user access securely. The course concludes by enabling you to implement essential system services, troubleshoot common issues, and optimize Linux server performance. Ideal for those aiming for Linux system administration, this course offers practical expertise in real-world network and server management, enabling you to configure, troubleshoot, and secure Linux systems efficiently.

In this module, we will cover the installation and configuration of the BIND DNS server, including creating forward and reverse lookup zones. You will also learn how to secure BIND using DNSSEC and TSIG for added protection.

What's included

8 videos1 reading

8 videosTotal 133 minutes

Overview3 minutes
Installing the BIND DNS Server19 minutes
Creating Forward Lookup Zones20 minutes
Creating Reverse Lookup Zones17 minutes
Troubleshooting DNS20 minutes
Supporting Mail Servers with DNS18 minutes
Securing BIND with DNSSEC20 minutes
Implementing Transaction Signatures (TSIG)12 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Full Course Resources10 minutes

In this module, we will explore setting up Apache and Nginx web servers, securing Apache with SSL/TLS, and configuring a Squid proxy server to manage and control network access.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment1 plugin

9 videosTotal 151 minutes

Installing the Apache Web Server17 minutes
Configuring Virtual Servers in Apache17 minutes
Redirecting URLs with Apache20 minutes
Enabling SSL Encryption with Apache17 minutes
Installing the Squid Proxy Server16 minutes
Restricting Server Access with Squid15 minutes
Enabling User Authentication in Squid19 minutes
Implementing Nginx as a Web Server14 minutes
Implementing Nginx as a Reverse Proxy13 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Web Services - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Installing and Configuring Apache on Linux15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on file-sharing setups with Samba and NFS, including integration with Microsoft Active Directory and access control configurations to restrict file sharing.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment1 plugin

7 videosTotal 112 minutes

Configuring a Samba Client18 minutes
Integrating Samba with Microsoft Active Directory19 minutes
Configuring Shared Folders in Samba17 minutes
Building a File Server with Samba15 minutes
Configuring a NFS Client13 minutes
Building a File Server with NFS14 minutes
Controlling Access to NFS Shares13 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

File Sharing - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Building an NFS File Server with Linux15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the configuration of a DHCP server for IP management and the setup of OpenLDAP to handle centralized user authentication across a network.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 plugin

6 videosTotal 104 minutes

Building a DHCP Server19 minutes
Configuring Multiple Subnets in DHCP16 minutes
Building an Authentication Server with OpenLDAP19 minutes
Managing Objects in OpenLDAP20 minutes
Configuring OpenLDAP with TLS14 minutes
Connecting a Client to OpenLDAP13 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Network Client Management - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Configuring a DHCP Server on Linux15 minutes

In this module, we will demonstrate how to set up a secure SMTP server using Postfix, configure Dovecot for email access, and implement TLS to secure email communication.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on securing your Linux system with iptables firewall configuration, SSH certificate-based authentication, and setting up a secure OpenVPN server for encrypted communication.

What's included

11 videos3 assignments

11 videosTotal 195 minutes

Building a Router with iptables19 minutes
Configuring Port Forwarding with iptables17 minutes
Using iptables as a Firewall18 minutes
Building an FTP Server with vsftpd20 minutes
Building an FTP Server with Pure-FTPd17 minutes
Restricting Access to SSH13 minutes
Enabling Certificate Authentication in SSH16 minutes
Blocking Brute Force Attacks with Fail2ban20 minutes
Scanning for Open Ports with Nmap19 minutes
Building a VPN Server with OpenVPN15 minutes
Configuring an OpenVPN Client15 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
System Security - Assessment15 minutes
Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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