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Build a free and complete Linux learning environment
Rating: 4.6 out of 5(61 ratings)
1,778 students

Build a free and complete Linux learning environment

A step-by-step guide to building a complete Linux learning lab
Created byAlexandru Marin
Last updated 8/2018
English

What you'll learn

  • You will learn to install VirtualBox on Windows, OS X and Linux
  • You will learn to install Ubuntu Desktop, Debian Server and CentOS Server
  • You will learn to configure and differentiate between a NAT and Bridge Internet connection in VirtualBox
  • You will learn to configure and use a remote management terminal
  • You will learn to configure inter-server connectivity
  • You will have a complete Linux learning Lab for your Linux learning journey
  • You will have a solid understating about fundamental Linux concepts
  • You will be able to install and perform a basic configuration on the most common Linux servers

Course content

9 sections48 lectures6h 7m total length
  • Resources0:01
  • 1 - Current OS version1:46
  • 2 - Current version-Windows0:53
  • 3 - Current version-Ubuntu1:14
  • 4 - Current version-OS X1:00

Requirements

  • A PC with Windows / Mac OS X / Linux installed
  • Basic computer skills
  • Internet connection

Description

The Build a free and complete Linux learning environment course is designed for Linux beginners who need a practice environment and intermediate users who want to study more advanced topics.  

In this course we will:  

  • Install VirtualBox on Windows, OS X and Linux. In the process you will get familiar with terms like Host OS and Guest OS.

  • Install Debian Server, CentOS Server and Ubuntu Desktop. You will learn to install the most adopted Linux distributions in the world.

  • Learn fundamental Linux concepts and commands.

  • Configure the Internet connection for all guest Operating Systems. You will learn both the VirtualBox configuration part and the Linux configuration part. You will understand the difference between a NAT and a Bridged connection.

  • Configure the management interfaces for Debian and CentOS. You will learn how to access the machine via a separate terminal session, get familiar with Putty and SSH.

  • Configure a new interface for every machine so you can communicate from any Guest OS to any Guest. In the process you will learn about Linux network configuration files.

  • Lear to install and perform a basic configuration on the most common Linux servers.

You will find attached files with all download links and all settings used in the Virtual Machines.

The Lab should be up&running in about 6 hours, including download and OS install time.

By the end of the course you will have a complete Linux Lab and new Linux skills!

Who this course is for:

  • This course is intended for Linux beginners who need a learning environment for their studies and Linux users with intermediate experience who need a learning environment to study advanced client - server or security topics
  • This course is NOT intended for experienced Linux Administrators