Updating the Linux Kernel


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
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Overview/Description
To identify the main factors involved in installing, configuring, and managing the Linux kernel

Target Audience
Students wishing to acquire the basic skills required as a Linux system administrator

Prerequisites
General knowledge of computers and computer operating systems ideally encompassing Unix knowledge because of the similarity to Linux

Expected Duration (hours)
2.0

Lesson Objectives

Updating the Linux Kernel

  • identify the function of the Linux kernel and its associated features.
  • identify the steps and associated tasks involved in preparing for Linux kernel installation.
  • use a config program to create a Linux kernel configuration file.
  • identify the appropriate steps and commands used to compile and install a new Linux kernel.
  • configure, compile, and install a Linux kernel.
  • carry out the main tasks involved in managing kernel modules in Linux.
  • manually load and unload modules and discuss the kerneld utility.
  • manage kernel modules in an enterprise setting.
  • Course Number:
    206818_eng