Linux Kernel Compilation and Linux Startup


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level



Overview/Description
As a Linux System Administrator, you may find that there are times you need to update or customize your Linux kernel for new features, bugfixes, or optimal performance. This course covers the tasks involved in building, patching, and customizing a Linux kernel. In addition, it also covers customizing and troubleshooting booting a Linux system. This course is for people taking Advanced Level Linux Professional (LPIC-2) Exam 201.

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

Prerequisites
A knowledge of basic Linux system administration

Expected Duration (hours)
2.5

Lesson Objectives

Linux Kernel Compilation and Linux Startup

  • identify the characteristics of Linux kernels and kernel modules
  • recognize the procedure for compiling and installing a Linux kernel
  • compile and install a Linux kernel
  • patch a Linux kernel
  • configure kernel modules and modify kernel settings
  • customize Linux system startup and boot processes
  • recognize how to manipulate the Linux boot process and recover from filesystem failures
  • customize Linux system startup and perform system recovery tasks
  • Course Number:
    lu_lalq_a03_it_enus

    Expertise Level
    Intermediate