Based on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10, you will gain familiarity with the core elements of Linux system administration with the focus on desktop administration.
During this course you will learn how to complete the following tasks:
Installation
Configuration of the desktop environment
Software management
Management of processes
Printing
Integration into existing environments
Roll out of large installations
Prerequisites
Before attending this course you should be familiar with a Windows desktop. Linux knowledge would be a plus, but is not a prerequisite, as the course covers basic Linux knowledge, like files and file system layout, user management, how to use the shell and basic functionalities of YaST.
Audience
This course is addressed to those familiar with Windows Desktop (e.g. XP) as user or administrator and who now want to gain in-depth knowledge on tasks a Linux system administrator has to perform routinely on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10.
Outline
This course covers many topics, many of which are listed below:
Install SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
Use the Linux Desktop
Locate and use Help Resources
Administer Linux with YaST
Manage the Network Configuration
Manage Software
Manage Directories and Files
Work with the Linux Shell and Command line
Manage Users, Groups and Permissions
Monitor the Linux Systems and Control Processes and Services
Manage System Initialization
Administer Printing
Integrate SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 into existing environments
Customize the Graphical Interface on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
Deploy SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
Delivery Options
In-Classroom
Live Online
Self-Study
This is traditional instructor-led classroom training. Students are taught in person using classroom
computers for labs.
Still instructor-led, this method allows students to participate remotely using a home or office computer with a
microphone and earphones. Classroom computers are used over the Internet to complete labs.
Materials used in the classroom are provided. No instructor or computers provided. Can be studied at
student's own pace.
