Linux System Administr ation
Instructor Guide
Linux System
Administration
[Onsite]
Course Revision Table
Footer Section Reason for Change Implementation Date
Date
03/30/2010 Entire Document Update textbook to 5/e and June 2010
software to Fedora 12
,Linux System Administr ation
Where Does This Course Belong?
How does this course relate to the program? Take a look!
Linux System Administration is a course required to earn an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in the Information Technology-Computer Network Systems program.
Graduates of this program may begin their careers in a variety of entry-level positions in
various fields involving information technology-computer network systems, such as
computer network analyst, computer network technician, help desk analyst, and
WAN/LSAN technician.
The following course sequence provides an overview of how Linux System
Administration fits in the program.
School of Information Technology (IT)
Computer Network Systems
Introduction to Computers or
Introduction to Personal
Computers
Prerequisite
Operating Systems
Prerequisite
Linux Operating System
Prerequisite
Linux System
Administration
Note: Refer to the catalog for the state-specific course information.
,Linux System Administr ation
Table of Contents
FIRST THINGS FIRST ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- I
INSTRUCTOR GUIDE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
UNIT 1: LINUX SERVER INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION -------------- 5
UNIT 2: LINUX SECURITY BASICS ------------------------------------------------------- 16
UNIT 3: PRINTING AND REMOTE ACCESS -------------------------------------------- 27
UNIT 4: LAN FILE SHARING ---------------------------------------------------------------- 33
UNIT 5: INTERNET FILE SHARING------------------------------------------------------- 41
UNIT 6: INTERNET ADDRESSING SERVERS ------------------------------------------ 48
UNIT 7: INTERNET EMAIL ------------------------------------------------------------------ 55
UNIT 8: DIRECTORY SERVICES ----------------------------------------------------------- 60
UNIT 9: REGULAR EXPRESSIONS AND SCRIPTING UTILITIES --------------- 66
UNIT 10: COURSE PROJECT ---------------------------------------------------------------- 72
UNIT 11: COURSE REVIEW AND FINAL EXAM -------------------------------------- 76
APPENDIX B: PROJECT FOR THIS COURSE ------------------------------------------ 77
APPENDIX C: LAB SOLUTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------ 79
APPENDIX D -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 93
APPENDIX E -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 94
APPENDIX F--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 95
APPENDIX G: ANSWERS TO ASSIGNMENTS ----------------------------------------- 96
APPENDIX H: PROJECT NETWORK DIAGRAM EXAMPLE FOR
INSTRUCTOR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 105
APPENDIX I: LAB 9.1 UNIX SCRIPTING UTILITIES HANDOUT --------------- 106
, Linux System Administr ation
First Things First
Welcome! This courseware is designed to provide strategies and resources that will aid
you in teaching this course.
The courseware components check list below provides a snapshot of this course. You
may want to review the components of the courseware. A good way to track your review
is by checking in the box next to each component as you review it. Reviewing the
components will give you the bigger picture and better prepare you for what is coming up
in the next few weeks.
Courseware Components Check List
Courseware Components Reviewed
Syllabus
Course Description
Major Instructional Areas
Course Objectives
SCANS Objectives
Course Outline
Instructional Methods
Instructional Materials and References
Course Evaluation and Grading
Instructor Guide
Important Notes before You Start
Course Overview
Instructor Resources
Classroom and Lab Setup
Your Feedback
Unit 1
Objectives
Content Covered
Key Concepts That Must Be Covered in Class
Teaching Tips for This Unit
Homework
Labs
Summary and Reminders
Unit 2
Objectives
Readings
Key Concepts That Must Be Covered in Class
Teaching Tips for This Unit
In-Class Assessment
Homework
©ITT Educational Services, Inc. i Date: 03/30/2010
Instructor Guide
Linux System
Administration
[Onsite]
Course Revision Table
Footer Section Reason for Change Implementation Date
Date
03/30/2010 Entire Document Update textbook to 5/e and June 2010
software to Fedora 12
,Linux System Administr ation
Where Does This Course Belong?
How does this course relate to the program? Take a look!
Linux System Administration is a course required to earn an Associate of Applied
Science Degree in the Information Technology-Computer Network Systems program.
Graduates of this program may begin their careers in a variety of entry-level positions in
various fields involving information technology-computer network systems, such as
computer network analyst, computer network technician, help desk analyst, and
WAN/LSAN technician.
The following course sequence provides an overview of how Linux System
Administration fits in the program.
School of Information Technology (IT)
Computer Network Systems
Introduction to Computers or
Introduction to Personal
Computers
Prerequisite
Operating Systems
Prerequisite
Linux Operating System
Prerequisite
Linux System
Administration
Note: Refer to the catalog for the state-specific course information.
,Linux System Administr ation
Table of Contents
FIRST THINGS FIRST ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- I
INSTRUCTOR GUIDE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
UNIT 1: LINUX SERVER INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION -------------- 5
UNIT 2: LINUX SECURITY BASICS ------------------------------------------------------- 16
UNIT 3: PRINTING AND REMOTE ACCESS -------------------------------------------- 27
UNIT 4: LAN FILE SHARING ---------------------------------------------------------------- 33
UNIT 5: INTERNET FILE SHARING------------------------------------------------------- 41
UNIT 6: INTERNET ADDRESSING SERVERS ------------------------------------------ 48
UNIT 7: INTERNET EMAIL ------------------------------------------------------------------ 55
UNIT 8: DIRECTORY SERVICES ----------------------------------------------------------- 60
UNIT 9: REGULAR EXPRESSIONS AND SCRIPTING UTILITIES --------------- 66
UNIT 10: COURSE PROJECT ---------------------------------------------------------------- 72
UNIT 11: COURSE REVIEW AND FINAL EXAM -------------------------------------- 76
APPENDIX B: PROJECT FOR THIS COURSE ------------------------------------------ 77
APPENDIX C: LAB SOLUTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------ 79
APPENDIX D -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 93
APPENDIX E -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 94
APPENDIX F--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 95
APPENDIX G: ANSWERS TO ASSIGNMENTS ----------------------------------------- 96
APPENDIX H: PROJECT NETWORK DIAGRAM EXAMPLE FOR
INSTRUCTOR------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 105
APPENDIX I: LAB 9.1 UNIX SCRIPTING UTILITIES HANDOUT --------------- 106
, Linux System Administr ation
First Things First
Welcome! This courseware is designed to provide strategies and resources that will aid
you in teaching this course.
The courseware components check list below provides a snapshot of this course. You
may want to review the components of the courseware. A good way to track your review
is by checking in the box next to each component as you review it. Reviewing the
components will give you the bigger picture and better prepare you for what is coming up
in the next few weeks.
Courseware Components Check List
Courseware Components Reviewed
Syllabus
Course Description
Major Instructional Areas
Course Objectives
SCANS Objectives
Course Outline
Instructional Methods
Instructional Materials and References
Course Evaluation and Grading
Instructor Guide
Important Notes before You Start
Course Overview
Instructor Resources
Classroom and Lab Setup
Your Feedback
Unit 1
Objectives
Content Covered
Key Concepts That Must Be Covered in Class
Teaching Tips for This Unit
Homework
Labs
Summary and Reminders
Unit 2
Objectives
Readings
Key Concepts That Must Be Covered in Class
Teaching Tips for This Unit
In-Class Assessment
Homework
©ITT Educational Services, Inc. i Date: 03/30/2010
