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IT & Software Operating Systems Linux

Linux for Beginners

An Introduction to the Linux Operating System and Command Line
Rating: 4.6 out of 54.6 (6,218 ratings)
26,353 students
Created by Jason Cannon
Last updated 4/2021
English
English
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

What you'll learn

  • By the end of this course you will understand the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and be able to apply that knowledge in a practical and useful manner.
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Requirements

  • A desire to learn.

Description

JOIN THE OTHER 40,000 SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS WHO HAVE ALREADY MASTERED THE LINUX OPERATING SYSTEM WITH ONE OF MY TOP RATED COURSES!

If you want to learn how to use Linux, but don't know where to start read on. Knowing where to start when learning a new skill can be a challenge, especially when the topic seems so vast. There can be so much information available that you can't even decide where to start. Or worse, you start down the path of learning and quickly discover too many concepts, commands, and nuances that aren't explained. This kind of experience is frustrating and leaves you with more questions than answers. Linux for Beginners doesn't make any assumptions about your background or knowledge of Linux. You need no prior knowledge to benefit from this course. You will be guided step by step using a logical and systematic approach. As new concepts, commands, or jargon are encountered they are explained in plain language, making it easy for anyone to understand.

Here's What People Are Saying About Jason and His Courses:

"Excellent course on Linux! It is the best way to get started using Linux that I have come across." --Chris Bischoff, Udemy student

"This class was a great review of the 2 Linux classes I took in school. I learned plenty of new stuff and got a great refresher on things I haven't used in some time. I did well on my interview and got the job I was looking for. Thanks!" --Alan Derrick, Udemy student

"This was a great course! Learned a lot from it!" --Ricardo José Crosara Junior, Udemy student

"Excellent starter course. Very good and complete guide to get you started on working on Linux." --Brian Mulder, Udemy student

"Great course! Easy to understand for beginners and a great refresher for experienced users!" --Spencer Ball, Udemy student

"Very well laid out course. Thanks Jason!" --Eric Etheredge, Udemy student

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"Excellent Course! Having come from a moderate understanding of Linux, this course has given me a deeper and more streamlined understanding of Linux. Definitely worth the money." --Armando Cabrera, Udemy student

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"Great course, great instructor. I enjoyed every minute of it. I recommend this course 100%." --Alfredo, Udemy student

"I am lovin' it. Nice way to begin one's journey into Linux." --Rohit Gupta, Udemy student

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Here is what you will learn by taking Linux for Beginners:

  • How to get access to a Linux server if you don't already.
  • What a Linux distribution is and which one to choose.
  • What software is needed to connect to Linux from Mac and Windows computers.
  • What SSH is and how to use it.
  • The file system layout of Linux systems and where to find programs, configurations, and documentation.
  • The basic Linux commands you'll use most often.
  • Creating, renaming, moving, and deleting directories.
  • Listing, reading, creating, editing, copying, and deleting files.
  • Exactly how permissions work and how to decipher the most cryptic Linux permissions with ease.
  • How to use the nano, vi, and emacs editors.
  • Two methods to search for files and directories.
  • How to compare the contents of files.
  • What pipes are, why they are useful, and how to use them.
  • How to compress files to save space and make transferring data easy.
  • How and why to redirect input and output from applications.
  • How to customize your shell prompt.
  • How to be efficient at the command line by using aliases, tab completion, and your shell history.
  • How to schedule and automate jobs using cron.
  • How to switch users and run processes as others.
  • How to find and install software.
  • Unconditional Udemy 30 day money-back guarantee - that's my personal promise of your success!

What you learn in Linux for Beginners applies to any Linux environment including CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Kali Linux, Linux Mint, RedHat, Fedora, OpenSUSE, Slackware, and more.

When you enroll, you get lifetime access to the course.  Your course never expires.  You can study at your own pace and refer back to the lessons whenever you want!

I stand behind my courses and care about your goals.  That's why this course comes with an unconditional 30-day money-back guarantee. It's my personal promise of your success!  So...

Enroll now and start learning the Linux skills you need to level up your career!

Who this course is for:

  • People with limited time.
  • Anyone with a desire to learn about Linux.
  • People that have Linux experience, but would like to learn about the Linux command line interface.
  • Existing Linux users that want to become power users.
  • People that need Linux knowledge for a personal or business project like hosting a website on a Linux server.
  • Professionals that need to learn Linux to become more effective at work. Helpdesk staff, application support engineers, and application developers that are required to use the Linux operating system.
  • People thinking about a career as a Linux system administrator or engineer, but need the basics first.
  • Researchers, college professors, and college students that will be using Linux servers to conduct research or complete course work.

Course content

8 sections • 76 lectures • 7h 41m total length

  • Preview01:11
  • Background and Introduction
    06:46
  • Preview05:09
  • Installing VirtualBox on Windows
    03:27
  • Installing VirtualBox on Mac
    02:55
  • Installing Linux Using an Image for VirtualBox
    06:24
  • VirtualBox Troubleshooting Tips
    02:26
  • When to Install Linux from Scratch (Manually)
    01:16
  • Installing CentOS from Scratch / CentOS Manual Installation Process
    Preview22:45
  • Getting Connected - Text
    14 pages
  • Connect Directly
    01:44
  • Getting Connected
    11:27
  • The Linux Directory Structure - Text
    5 pages
  • The Linux Directory Structure
    10:02
  • Review
    00:27
  • Quiz 1
    5 questions

  • Welcome to Shell - Text
    2 pages
  • Welcome to Shell
    07:35
  • Basic Linux Commands - Text
    1 page
  • Basic Linux Commands
    05:06
  • Teach Yourself to Fish - Text
    2 pages
  • Teach Yourself to Fish
    05:56
  • Working with Directories - Text
    2 pages
  • Working with Directories
    08:57
  • Listing Files and Understanding ls Output - Text
    5 pages
  • Listing Files and Understanding ls Output
    11:45
  • File and Directory Permissions Explained - Text
    9 pages
  • File and Directory Permissions Explained - Part One
    11:14
  • File and Directory Permissions Explained - Part Two
    09:17
  • Preview3 pages
  • Finding Files and Directories
    06:37
  • Viewing Files and the Nano Editor - Text
    2 pages
  • Viewing Files and the Nano Editor
    05:16
  • Editing Files with Vi - Text
    4 pages
  • Editing Files with Vi
    09:58
  • Vi Cheat Sheet
    1 page
  • Editing Files with Emacs - Text
    3 pages
  • Editing Files with Emacs
    05:40
  • Emacs Cheat Sheet
    1 page
  • Graphical Editors
    04:22
  • Deleting, Copying, Moving, and Renaming Files
    11:08
  • Wildcards - Part One
    05:12
  • Wildcards - Part Two
    07:03
  • Input, Output, and Redirection
    07:46
  • Comparing Files
    04:13
  • Searching in Files and Using Pipes - Text
    3 pages
  • Searching in Files and Using Pipes
    09:41
  • Transferring and Copying Files over the Network - Text
    3 pages
  • Transferring and Copying Files over the Network
    06:35
  • Review
    00:27
  • Quiz 2
    10 questions

  • Customizing the Shell Prompt - Text
    2 pages
  • Customizing the Shell Prompt
    05:08
  • Shell Aliases - Text
    1 page
  • Shell Aliases
    03:41
  • Environment Variables
    07:55
  • Environment Variables - Text
    2 pages
  • Processes and Job Control - Text
    4 pages
  • Processes and Job Control
    11:53
  • Scheduling Repeated Jobs with Cron - Text
    3 pages
  • Scheduling Repeated Jobs with Cron
    05:57
  • Switching Users and Running Commands as Others - Text
    3 pages
  • Switching Users and Running Commands as Others
    08:10
  • Interactive and Non-interactive Shell Sessions
    2 pages
  • Shell History, Tab Completion, and Command Line Editing - Text
    4 pages
  • Shell History and Tab Completion
    13:11
  • Installing Software on RPM Based Linux Distros: RedHat, CentOS, AlmaLinux, Rocky
    20:42
  • Installing Software on Debian Based Linux Distros: Debian, Ubuntu, Kali Linux
    12:28
  • Quiz 3
    6 questions

  • Conclusion - Congratulations and Thank You!
    01:06

  • Installing NGINX, MySQL, PHP, and Wordpress on Ubuntu
    29:02

  • Connecting to a Linux Virtual Machine Over the Network
    11:14

  • Getting Access to a Linux System - Text
    2 pages
  • Getting Access to a Linux System
    07:41
  • Installing VirtualBox on Windows
    03:27
  • Installing VirtualBox on Mac
    01:11
  • Installing Linux Using an Image for VirtualBox
    04:50
  • Installing Ubuntu from Scratch
    10:24

  • Bonus Lecture
    01:00

Instructor

Jason Cannon
Professional system administrator, consultant, and author.
Jason Cannon
  • 4.5 Instructor Rating
  • 106,535 Reviews
  • 538,580 Students
  • 19 Courses

Jason started his career as a Unix and Linux System Engineer in 1999. Since that time he has utilized his Linux skills at companies such as Xerox, UPS, Hewlett-Packard, and Amazon.com. Additionally, he has acted as a technical consultant and independent contractor for small businesses and Fortune 500 companies.

Jason has professional experience with CentOS, RedHat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu. He has used several Linux distributions on personal projects including Debian, Slackware, CrunchBang, and others. In addition to Linux, Jason has experience supporting proprietary Unix operating systems including AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris.

He enjoys teaching others how to use and exploit the power of the Linux operating system. He is also the author of the books "Linux for Beginners" and "Command Line Kung Fu."

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