Ubuntu Server Administration and Centralized Identity Management Training Course

Day 1: The Linux Foundation

• Module 1: Introduction to Linux Architecture
  • Comparative analysis of Linux and Windows operating system philosophies.
  • Proficient utilization of the Command Line Interface (CLI).
  • Standards for file system hierarchy and organization.
• Module 2: Installation & Configuration
  • Procedural installation of Ubuntu Server.
  • Network configuration using Netplan.
  • Fundamental user and group administration.
  • Management of file permissions and ownership (chmod, chown).

Day 2: Package Management & Remote Security

• Module 3: Advanced Software Management
  • Mastery of the Advanced Package Tool (APT).
  • Repository administration and dependency resolution.
  • Strategies for system updates and patch management.
• Module 4: Secure Remote Administration
  • SSH configuration and implementation of key-based authentication for passwordless access.
  • Hardening of the SSH daemon with an introduction to fail2ban.
  • Establishing remote connections from Windows client environments.

Day 3: Automation & Identity Management (New)

• Module 5: Scripting & Automation
  • Introduction to Bash scripting fundamentals.
  • Automation of backup processes and system integrity checks.
  • Configuration of Cron jobs for scheduled task execution.
• Module 6: Centralized Identity with Samba (Active Directory)
  • Concept: Understanding LDAP and Active Directory protocols within a Linux context.
  • Implementation: Installation and configuration of Samba as an Active Directory Domain Controller.
  • Management: Creation and administration of users and groups via RSAT (Remote Server Administration Tools) or the CLI.
  • Integration: Authentication of Linux clients against Samba AD using Winbind or SSSD.

Day 4: Web Services & Storage Integration

• Module 7: Web Server Administration
  • Installation and configuration of Apache and Nginx.
  • Configuration of Virtual Hosts for multi-site hosting.
  • Implementation of SSL/TLS standards for secure web traffic.
• Module 8: NAS & Storage Management
  • Analysis of NFS and CIFS/Samba storage protocols.
  • Mounting NAS shares for persistent data storage.
  • Automation of mount points during system boot via fstab configuration.

Day 5: Troubleshooting & Real-World Scenarios

• Module 9: Advanced System Troubleshooting
  • Resource monitoring using tools such as top, htop, and free.
  • Network diagnostics employing ping, netstat, traceroute, and tcpdump.
  • Capstone Lab: Diagnosis of a degraded server environment and restoration of service.