UNIX/Linux, Networking and DNS Online Course
Contents
Background
The Internet Society invites engineers from Africa to participate in an intensive online course titled “Introduction to Network Operations: UNIX/LINUX, Networking and DNS”
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.
More info at:
https://www.internetsociety.org/inforum/network-operations/
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
Who Should Attend
Novice/entry level network engineers and system administrators (from Africa) who are interested in learning about UNIX/Linux, Networking and DNS.
The course is targeted at upcoming network engineers and system administrators from Research Education Networks (RENs), Network Operator Groups, Universities, ccTLD registries or Internet Service Providers (in Africa).
Language
Language of instruction will be English.
Moderation and Online Support
This course will be moderated by Manhal Mohamed. Online remote support is available via Email or WhatsApp and also via TeamViewer
Offline Content
Offline training materials are available and are frequently updated.