Ubuntu Server Essentials: Linux Administration, Networking

Learn how to set up and manage an Ubuntu Server, a powerful Linux distribution designed for headless operation in data centers, dedicated servers, or cloud environments. This course is perfect for beginners, IT professionals, and aspiring system administrators who want to gain practical knowledge of server administration and improve their career prospects.

You’ll start by learning how to configure users, manage system services, and secure your server using firewall settings. Resource and process management are also covered, helping you understand how to monitor and optimize system performance. The course then moves on to practical administration of common services, including web servers, database servers, DNS, and mail services. Additionally, you’ll be introduced to essential cloud services that Ubuntu server administrators should be familiar with.

Hands-on demo labs make learning engaging and practical:

• Dual boot setup: Ubuntu and Windows 10

• Essential Ubuntu 18 commands

• Installing the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)

• Useful Linux command demonstrations for everyday tasks

• Quick installation of Moodle on Ubuntu 18

By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to deploy, manage, and secure Ubuntu servers in real-world environments. Whether you’re preparing for a career in Linux administration, cloud computing, or web hosting, this course equips you with the practical knowledge you need to succeed.