Learning Linux on AWS

Name: Learning Linux on AWS
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An Expert Guide

Created byEmmanuel T Naweji

Last updated 9/2024

English

What you'll learn

Understand the Basics of Linux Operating Systems
Deploy and Manage Linux Instances on AWS
Implement Security Best Practices for Linux on AWS
Automate and Optimize Linux Operations on AWS
Integrate Linux Instances with AWS Services
Troubleshoot and Resolve Common Issues

Course content

7 sections • 46 lectures • 5h 33m total length

About the Instructor2:34
This video tells you a little bit about who the instructor is.
Navigating the Course Dashboard4:56
This video shows you the dashboard and what you can do to increase your experience with things such as:
Speeding the audio.
Using Captioning (subtitles).
And more.
Introduction to the Course2:58

Origins of Linux2:19
This lecture discusses the origins of Linux and how it has evolved.
Linux Distributions2:55
This lecture talks about the Linux flavors (distribution) we have out there. We do not cover all of them, but only the most popular ones.
Specialized Linux Distributions1:23
Here, in this lecture, we discuss some of the most used specialized Linux distributions.
Choosing the Right Linux Distribution3:07
In this video, I show what you need to know when it comes to choosing the right Linux Distributions.
Benefits of Using Linux3:55
In this lecture, you learn the benefits of why we should use Linux.

Learning Objectives3:21
In this lecture, you get an overview of what you learn from this section, "Deploy and Manage Linux Instances on AWS."
Setting Up an Account on AWS5:54
In this lecture, you learn how to set up an account on AWS.
Demo - Creating an Account on AWS5:38
This lecture is a demo to show you how to create an account on AWS.
The Hierarchical Structure of the Linux File System5:02
In this lecture, you learn about the hierarchical structure of the Linux file system.
Demo - Launching Our EC2 Instance14:19
This lecture is a demo showing you how to launch your first Linux EC2 instance.
Demo - Accessing Our EC2 Instance From Our Local Machine (Computer) - Part One7:46
This lecture is the first of the two videos that show you how to access your EC2 instance from your local machine (computer).

Instance Hardening - Intro2:49
This lecture shows you how to harden your instance.
Updating The Linux System - Demo8:59
In this lecture, you learn how to update your Linux system.
Creating a Non-Root User - Demo6:55
In this video, you will learn how to create a non-root user on a Linux system.
Securing SSH - Demo14:03
This lecture shows you how to secure SSH on a Linux system.
Configuring Firewall - Demo6:31
In this lecture, you learn how to configure a firewall on a Linux system.
Configuring SELinux - Demo4:38
This lecture shows you how to configure SELinux.
Configure Log Management - Demo3:55
In this lecture, you learn how to configure Log management on a Linux system.
Performing Regular Audits - Demo5:24
In this lecture, we discuss how to perform regular audits on a Linux system.
Enabling Automatic Security - Demo7:15
This lecture discusses how to enable automatic security on Linux systems.

Finding Files With The "find" Command7:14
In this lecture, you learn what the find command is and how you can use it.
Finding Files With The "locate" Command2:17
In this lecture, you learn what the locate command is and how you can use it.
How To Process Text In Linux13:02
In this lecture, you learn how to process text in Linux.
How To Create Symbolic Links: Soft and Hard Links15:39
In this lecture, you learn how to create symbolic links: soft and hard links.
How To Manage Packages in Linux6:42
This lecture shows how to manage packages in Linux.
How To Manage Services3:04
In this lecture, you learn how to manage services on a Linux system.
How to Manage Networking in Linux16:30
This lecture shows how to manage networking in Linux.
How To Monitor Your System - Part 18:57
This lecture is the first part of the lecture to show you how to monitor Linux systems.
How To Monitor Your System - Part 23:35
This lecture is the second of the two videos to show you how to monitor Linux systems.
How To Archive and Compress In Linux - Part 112:37
In this lecture, you learn how to archive and compress files in Linux.
How To Archive and Compress in Linux - Part 214:25
This lecture is the second part to show you how you archive and compress files in Linux.
How To Connect to A System Through SSH16:53
In this lecture, you learn how to connect to a system through SSH.
How To Manage User Permissions19:33
This lecture shows you how to manage user permissions on Linux systems.
How To Securely Copy Files to Linux Systems7:01
In this lecture, you learn how to securely copy files in Linux.
How To Use The "history" Command13:18
This lecture teaches you how to use the history command.
How To Edit and View Files13:36
In this lecture, you learn how to edit and view files in Linux.

Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting5:50
Bash (Bourne Again Shell)
Bash is a command-line interpreter and scripting language used in Unix-based operating systems like Linux. It's widely used for automation, configuration, and system task management.

Concept
Creating a Bash Script
Creating and Editing a Script
Making the Script Executable
Executing the Script
Writing Your First Script7:41
This lecture shows how to write your first bash shell script.
Using Variables1:46
In this lecture, you learn how to use variables as part of your bash shell scripts.
Using User Input3:58
In this lecture, you learn how to use user input as part of your bash shell scripts.
Using For and While Loops6:55
In this lecture, you learn how to use for and while loops as part of your bash shell scripts.
Using Conditional Statements5:08
In this lecture, you learn how to use conditional statements as part of your bash shell scripts.

Next Steps1:27
What’s Next?
Once again, congratulations on your achievement!
Here’s what you should do next.
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Again, it was a pleasure getting to know you through this course. I look forward to the next one, and God bless you!

Requirements

Willingness to Learn
Anyone with a Computer and Internet

Description

"Learning Linux on AWS: An Expert Guide" is a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage Linux systems on AWS.

This course covers everything from basic Linux commands and user management to advanced topics such as system monitoring, security, user management, file management, and more. You will delve into volume and disk management, explore network configuration, and learn how to automate tasks using AWS CLI and shell scripting. The course also includes lessons on kernel troubleshooting, understanding the Linux boot process, and implementing security best practices.

Additionally, you'll gain hands-on experience with practical labs that reinforce learning and provide real-world scenarios. You will learn to utilize AWS services like CloudWatch for monitoring, Elastic Block Store (EBS) for volume management, and other essential tools. The course is structured to ensure you can confidently deploy, configure, and maintain Linux environments on AWS, ensuring security, high performance, and reliability.

By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently deploy, configure, and maintain Linux environments on AWS, ensuring security, high performance, and reliability. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced professional looking to enhance your skills, this course provides the in-depth knowledge and practical experience needed to master Linux on AWS, making you proficient in managing and optimizing Linux systems in a cloud environment.

Who this course is for:

Beginners in Cloud Computing
Students and Recent Graduates
Freelancers and Consultants
Anyone with a Computer and Internet
IT Professionals and System Administrators
Cloud Engineers and Architects
Developers

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 10min

Module 1: Understand the Basics of Linux Operating Systems5 lectures • 14min

Module 2: Deploy and Manage Linux Instances on AWS6 lectures • 42min

Module 3: Implement Security Best Practices for Linux on AWS9 lectures • 1hr

Linux Commands To Know16 lectures • 2hr 54min

Module 4: Bash Shell Scripting6 lectures • 31min

What's Next?1 lecture • 1min

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