Linux Networking, Services, and Automation

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Linux Networking, Services, and Automation

Instructor: LearnKartS

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure network connections and troubleshoot connectivity, so your systems stay reachable and reliable
Handle Linux service management, from starting and stopping services to writing and debugging your own, so nothing goes down unnoticed
Build skills aligned with RHCSA (EX200) certification objectives, covering the networking and automation tasks the exam tests
Automate recurring tasks, so routine work happens on schedule without manual effort

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course equips you with Linux networking and automation skills. You'll configure and troubleshoot network connections, keep Linux services running, and handle Linux automation. It's built on the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 (RHEL 10) and aligned with the RHCSA (EX200) exam objectives.

This course is heavily hands-on. You'll observe real networking and automation work performed on an actual RHEL 10 system: setting up a connection, recovering a failed service, and scheduling a task, demonstrated step by step. By the end, keeping systems connected and running smoothly won't feel unfamiliar. When something breaks, you'll know where to look & how to fix it. Routine tasks will run on their own instead of needing your attention. This course is for learners ready to work with networking, services, and automation on RHEL. That's a fit whether you handle network and service issues at work, are drawn to automation, or are preparing for RHCSA certification. If you're comfortable working from the command line, managing permissions, and handling everyday Linux administration, you're ready to start. Enroll today.

This module covers Linux network configuration using tools like nmcli, nmtui, and ip commands for managing interfaces and routing. It also focuses on DNS setup, connectivity testing, and real-world network troubleshooting techniques.

What's included

15 videos4 readings2 assignments

15 videosTotal 45 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: View connections (nmcli con show)3 minutes
Demo: Set static IP using nmcli4 minutes
Demo: Configure using nmtui3 minutes
Demo: Restart Network Services and Verify Connectivity6 minutes
Demo: Update DNS settings3 minutes
Demo: End-to-end connectivity test3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Understand 'ping' and 'packet' loss3 minutes
Demo: Using ip a and ip r to Check IP and Routing 3 minutes
Demo: Testing DNS Using 'dig, host, and nslookup'2 minutes
Demo: Checking Open Ports Using the 'ss' Command3 minutes
Demo: Connectivity test using curl3 minutes
Real scenario troubleshooting3 minutes

4 readingsTotal 40 minutes

nmcli Syntax Reference10 minutes
Static IP Configuration Recap Sheet10 minutes
ip Command Reference10 minutes
DNS Troubleshooting Tool Comparison10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 24 minutes

Proficiency Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes

This module focuses on managing Linux services using systemctl, including starting, stopping, enabling, and troubleshooting services. It also covers system logs, time synchronization, and creating custom systemd services.

What's included

21 videos7 readings3 assignments

21 videosTotal 55 minutes

Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Checking Service Status Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Starting, Stopping, and Restarting Services Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Enabling and Disabling Services at Boot2 minutes
Demo: Listing and Managing Failed Services Using 'systemctl'3 minutes
Demo: Viewing Service Logs2 minutes
Troubleshoot Service Failures3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Demo: Creating a Basic .service File2 minutes
Demo: Running a Script as a Service3 minutes
Reload systemd daemon3 minutes
Demo: Enabling a Custom Service to Start at Boot3 minutes
Demo: Debug Service Failures3 minutes
Demo: Validating Service Log Output3 minutes
Learning Objectives1 minute
Why Correct System Time Matters3 minutes
Demo: Checking System Time Status Using 'timedatectl'3 minutes
Demo: Setting the System Timezone Using timedatectl3 minutes
Demo: Understanding NTP and Time Synchronization3 minutes
Chronyd service control (systemctl start/enable chronyd)3 minutes
Demo: Verifying Time Synchronization and Troubleshooting with chrony4 minutes

7 readingsTotal 70 minutes

systemctl Command Reference10 minutes
journalctl Quick Reference10 minutes
Unit File Syntax Reference10 minutes
daemon-reload — Why It's Needed10 minutes
Custom Service Debugging Checklist10 minutes
timedatectl Command Reference10 minutes
chrony vs timedatectl — How They Relate10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 36 minutes

Proficiency Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes
Checkpoint Quiz12 minutes

This module covers task scheduling using cron and at commands for automating system jobs. It also includes advanced automation using systemd timers, job monitoring, and troubleshooting scheduled tasks.