UNIX/Linux, Networking and DNS Online Course

Background

This course focuses on basic UNIX/Linux and Networking skills. It is intended for newcomers to UNIX/Linux and Networking. The course is practically oriented and guides the trainee step by step on how to setup a working UNIX/Linux server, connect it to the Internet and then run a Caching Domain Name System (DNS) server in a Virtualized environment.
The techniques covered in the course are applicable in real world environments to setup Internet-ready caching DNS servers. Trainees who complete the course will be awarded with a Certificate of Completion.
Trainees will also be provided a remote server to carry out the hands on parts of the course and the exercises.

Course Timetable

The course follows the following schedule:

 Week 1:
	- Introduction to UNIX and Linux – Theory 
	58 slides of theory content
	One assignment (marked by Moderator)

	- Networking Overview and Working with FreeBSD Ports – Hands On and Theory 
	Mandatory Online Call
	86 slides of theory content
	One quiz (automatically marked on the platform)

 Week 2:	
	– Working with UNIX Shell - Hands On and Theory 
	53 slides of theory content
	One Assignment (marked by Moderator)
	 
	– VIM Editor and Intro to DNS - Hands On and Theory 
	82 slides of theory content 
	One Assignment (marked by Moderator)

 Week 3:
   – The Domain Name System - Hands On and Theory
	23 slides of theory content
	Final Mandatory Call
	One Quiz (automatically marked on the platform)
	Final Assignment (marked by Moderator)
	Course feedback survey