The Linux Kernel
Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
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Overview/Description
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)
2.2
Lesson ObjectivesThe 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 automatic kernel loading mechanism.
manage kernel modules in an enterprise setting.
Course Number:259939_eng