System Administration 101

This course introduces you to the critical skills needed for secure IT infrastructure management. This course covers essential topics such as server deployment, operating system hardening (Windows, Linux), network configurations, and system security best practices. You’ll learn to manage user access, monitor system performance, implement security protocols, and respond to common vulnerabilities and threats. With hands-on labs, you’ll gain practical experience in securing servers and workstations, ensuring your systems are both functional and resilient against cyberattacks. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to administer secure systems and safeguard your organization’s IT infrastructure.

24 hours • 2 hours/class

System Administration 101

INR 20,000/-

INR 18,000/-

Terms & conditions applied.*

Course Overview

This course teaches essential skills for secure IT infrastructure management, including server deployment, OS hardening (Windows, Linux), network configuration, and security best practices. Hands-on labs provide experience in securing systems, managing access, and responding to threats. By course end, you’ll confidently safeguard IT environments against cyberattacks.

Windows OS

Popular operating system known for its user-friendly interface and wide software compatibility.
Covers topics like Active Directory, user management, file systems, and security hardening.
Provides foundational knowledge for administering Windows-based networks.

Windows Server / Client, Domains and Trusts Introduction

Introduce Windows Server and Client operating systems.
Explain concepts of domains, trusts, and their importance in network environments.

AD, DNS, DHCP, NTP, FTP Theory

Discuss Active Directory (AD), Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), and File Transfer Protocol (FTP) in detail.

AD User Management, UAC Lab

Hands-on experience with managing users and groups in Active Directory.
Configure User Account Control (UAC) settings.

Groups, OU LAB

Learn to create and manage groups and organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory.
Understand the benefits of using OUs for delegation and organization.

DNS, DHCP, NTP, FTP LAB

Hands-on experience with configuring and managing DNS, DHCP, NTP, and FTP servers.

File Management, Permissions LAB

Learn to manage files and folders on Windows servers.
Configure file and folder permissions to control access.

LDAP, Kerberos, RDP LAB

Explore Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), Kerberos authentication, and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).
Gain practical experience with these technologies.

Important Windows Services LAB

Learn about essential Windows services and their roles.
Troubleshoot common service issues.

Concept of Hardening and Virtualization

Discuss security hardening techniques for Windows systems.
Explore Windows virtualization technologies (e.g., Hyper-V).

Azure AD and Azure Infra

Introduction to Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) and Azure infrastructure services.

Linux OS

Open-source operating system known for its flexibility, stability, and security.
Explores various Linux distributions, command-line interface, file management, and system administration tasks. Offers valuable skills for system administrators and DevOps professionals.

Types of Linux Family -OS Walkthrough and Introduction LAB

Explore different Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian).
Get an overview of the Linux operating system and its core concepts.

Initial Setup - Command Line Introduction LAB

Learn basic Linux commands and how to navigate the command-line interface.
Perform initial system setup and configuration tasks.

File/Package Management using CLI LAB

Learn to manage files and install/remove software packages using command-line tools.

Web, FTP services in Linux and How to control them LAB

Learn to configure and manage web servers (e.g., Apache) and FTP servers.
Understand how to control these services and secure them.

Linux Service Exploration LAB

Explore common Linux services and their functions.
Learn to manage and troubleshoot these services.

Module 4 Evaluation

Assess learning outcomes and knowledge gained throughout the module.

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