COSC 2020 Intro to Linux

This is an introductory course in the Linux operating system. This course provides students with knowledge and skills in the following areas: installation, networking, administration, printing working with the command line, and configuration of the X Windows environment. No previous experience with Linux is required. Prerequisite: Basic understanding of computer operating systems. (3 lect.)

Credits

3 credits

Major Topics

Linux Overview
Installing Linux
Using the Linux Graphical Environment
Using Linux Commands
Linux System Administration
User and Group Management
Application Management
Networking
Productivity Software

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Study the uses of Linux and its philosophy.

2. Install the Linux operating system.

3. Login to a Linux system and work with the command line.

4. Create and maintain the Linux file system.

5. Perform user and group administration.

6. Work with editors and text tools.

7. Install and configure the TCP/IP network transport protocol.

8. Install and configure printing in the Linux environment.

9. Install the X Windows environment.

10. Customize the X Windows environment.

11. Manage the file system under X Windows.

12. Recognize problems in Linux installation and operation.

13. Determine the appropriate action to take for common problems.

Other Information

Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:

Recommended textbook: Guide to Linux Installation and Administration 2nd Edition by Nicholas Wells, Course Technologies. ISBN#: 0619130954 Software Used: -Redhat Fedora Core 2 -Other Linux distributions may be introduced as time allows