Linux Server Setup Fundamentals
Master essential Linux server operations through hands-on practice with system information, file management, processes, and services.
Lab Overview
This foundational lab introduces you to essential Linux server operations that every platform engineer needs to master.
You'll learn to:
- Gather and understand system information and architecture
- Navigate and manage the Linux file system
- Monitor and understand Linux processes
- Interact with systemd services
This lab focuses on the absolute fundamentals needed before moving to more advanced server configuration tasks. Perfect for beginners starting their platform engineering journey.
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What You'll Learn
Install and configure Ubuntu server with secure SSH access using key-based authentication
Apply Linux server hardening including firewall configuration and fail2ban setup
Deploy and manage web services using systemd with proper service dependencies
Verify server security configuration using automated security audit tools
Prerequisites
basic-terminal-knowledge
Technologies Covered
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This lab is part of the Linux Essentials for Platform Engineers course
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