This course introduces the basic operations in major Linux distros for cybersecurity using both
graphical interface and command-line interface. Students will learn about the basic installation
and configuration, file systems management, shell scripts, and user authentication in Linux
systems.
Students should be able to:
- Introduce the basic concept and knowledge about different Linux distros, including the most
popular distribution for cybersecurity, Kali Linux, - Install and operate different Linux distros locally and remotely (on AWS cloud),
- Understand the ownership and permissions of the files and directories,
- Understand the shell scripts,
- Perform essential system administration functions, such as network configuration, process and
log administration, and software management, and - Perform security tasks, such as footprinting, firewalls, and tools in relation to Intrusion
Detection. - perform the essential system administration functions in Linux systems
- write shell scripts to automate tasks in Linux systems
- perform the necessary security tasks to secure the Linux systems