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==Background==  
 
==Background==  
 
[https://www.internetsociety.org/ The Internet Society] invites engineers from Africa to participate in an intensive online course titled “Introduction to Network Operations: UNIX/LINUX, Networking and DNS”
 
[https://www.internetsociety.org/ 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. <br>
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This is an introductory course targeted at novice/entry-level UNIX/Linux users pursuing careers in Network or System Administration.  This course provides the necessary skills to progress to more advanced topics in the future.  
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.''' <br>
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This course is practically oriented and provides step-by-step guidance on how to configure a UNIX/Linux server 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 set up Internet-ready caching DNS servers.  
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Trainees who complete the course will be awarded with a '''Certificate of Completion.''' <br>
 
Trainees will also be provided a remote server to carry out the hands on parts of the course and the exercises.<br>
 
Trainees will also be provided a remote server to carry out the hands on parts of the course and the exercises.<br>
 
More info at:
 
More info at:
 
https://www.internetsociety.org/inforum/network-operations/
 
https://www.internetsociety.org/inforum/network-operations/
  
==Course Timetable==
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==Course objectives ==
 
The course follows the following schedule:
 
The course follows the following schedule:
 
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  Week 1:
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  - Learn about and operate a UNIX/Linux operating system in a virtualized environment. 
- Introduction to UNIX and Linux – Theory
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- Develop competences in key networking topics: IPv4 and IPv6. 
58 slides of theory content
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- Install third-party software on a UNIX or Linux platform using common software management tools. 
One assignment (marked by Moderator)
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  - Work with the UNIX/Linux shell and become comfortable with the command line interface. 
 
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- Edit files in UNIX/Linux environments without Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
- Networking Overview and Working with FreeBSD Ports – Hands On and Theory
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- Understand the role of the Domain Name System (DNS) in the operation of the Internet. 
Mandatory Online Call
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  - Build and activate a caching Domain Name System (DNS) server. 
86 slides of theory content
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- Learn about the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and the Request for Comments (RFC) process
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
 
 
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Novice/entry level network engineers and system administrators (from Africa) who are interested in learning about UNIX/Linux, Networking and DNS.<br>
 
Novice/entry level network engineers and system administrators (from Africa) who are interested in learning about UNIX/Linux, Networking and DNS.<br>
 
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).
 
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).
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== Our Certified Participants==
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Meet our certified [[Certified ISOC Online Course Participants|<span style="color:#FF0000;">Participants who complete the online course successfully.</span>]] ⭐️
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==Participants' Feedback==
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What former participants [[ISOC online Course: Participants' Feedback|<span style="color:#FF0000;"> say about the courses.</span>]] ❓
  
 
==Language==
 
==Language==
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==Moderation and Online Support==
 
==Moderation and Online Support==
This course will be moderated by '''Manhal Mohamed'''.<br>
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This course will be moderated by '''Eng. Manhal Mohamed'''. and assisted by '''Eng. Abdulrahman Mohammed Hassan'''. <br>
Online remote support is available via Email or WhatsApp and also via TeamViewer
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Online remote support is available via Email or Telegram and also via Jitsi meet
  
 
==Offline Content==
 
==Offline Content==
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==Registration Form==
 
==Registration Form==
https://goo.gl/forms/3GetAa5NPZGJNx373
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https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7MR1UkX4NoTS0OnHYeJCFCUxarBzuzIz3xpMxkawevBCQIg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Latest revision as of 10:19, 20 January 2022

this course is being provided by ISOC.

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 is an introductory course targeted at novice/entry-level UNIX/Linux users pursuing careers in Network or System Administration. This course provides the necessary skills to progress to more advanced topics in the future. This course is practically oriented and provides step-by-step guidance on how to configure a UNIX/Linux server 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 set up 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 objectives

The course follows the following schedule:

 - Learn about and operate a UNIX/Linux operating system in a virtualized environment.  
 - Develop competences in key networking topics: IPv4 and IPv6.  
 - Install third-party software on a UNIX or Linux platform using common software management tools.  
 - Work with the UNIX/Linux shell and become comfortable with the command line interface.  
 - Edit files in UNIX/Linux environments without Graphical User Interfaces (GUI).  
 - Understand the role of the Domain Name System (DNS) in the operation of the Internet.  
 - Build and activate a caching Domain Name System (DNS) server.  
 - Learn about the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and the Request for Comments (RFC) process
 

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).

Our Certified Participants

Meet our certified Participants who complete the online course successfully. ⭐️

Participants' Feedback

What former participants say about the courses.

Language

Language of instruction will be English.

Moderation and Online Support

This course will be moderated by Eng. Manhal Mohamed. and assisted by Eng. Abdulrahman Mohammed Hassan.
Online remote support is available via Email or Telegram and also via Jitsi meet

Offline Content

Offline training materials are available and are frequently updated.

Registration Form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7MR1UkX4NoTS0OnHYeJCFCUxarBzuzIz3xpMxkawevBCQIg/viewform?usp=sf_link