Linux for Network Engineers Training Course
Linux is a critical operating system for SDN (software-defined networking) tools. Configuring Linux services for networking enables capabilities such as automated network maintenance, server configuration and testing, and more.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for network engineers who want to leverage Linux for network engineering tasks.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Set up Linux services for networking.
- Replace traditional switches with Linux-based switches.
- Utilize Linux commands to manage processes.
- Configure an SDN to automate network maintenance.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
Networking in Depth
- Clients and servers
- IP addresses
- Network hubs and switches
- Routers and firewalls
Linux Networking Overview
- Linux NOS (Networking Operating System)
- Cisco IOS Linux commands
Preparing the Development Environment
- Setting up a GNS3 lab
- Installing and configuring a Linux Distro
Linux Fundamentals
- Working with files
- Configuring permissions
- Updating users, groups, and passwords
- Managing processes
GNS3 and Linux
- Working with network testing and internet testing
- Replacing switches
TFTP Servers, DNS Servers, and DHCP Servers
- Configuring and testing TFTP servers
- Configuring and testing dnsmasq DNS servers
- Configuring and testing DHCP servers
- Testing with extra hosts
SDN Configuration
- Working with OpenvSwitch and OpenDaylight
- Creating Docker-based networks
- Using Wireshark
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- A basic understanding of computers
Audience
- Network Engineers
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