Course description

This course is your comprehensive guide to preparing for the RHCSA EX200 certification based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9. Whether you're new to Linux or want to polish your sysadmin skills, this training covers all the critical areas tested in the RHCSA exam. With step-by-step tutorials, hands-on labs, and real-world scenarios, you'll gain the skills needed to effectively manage Linux systems in enterprise environments.

By the end of this course, you will be well-equipped to:

• Perform essential Linux administration tasks

• Manage users, filesystems, and services

• Automate tasks using shell scripting and cron

• Handle system boot processes and troubleshooting

• Secure Linux systems with SELinux and firewalld

This course aligns 100% with the latest Red Hat RHCSA (EX200) exam objectives for RHEL 9 and is ideal for anyone aiming to achieve RHCSA certification.

Course Structure / Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to RHEL and RHCSA

• Overview of RHCSA and RHEL 9

• Course format and resources

• Setting up the lab environment (VirtualBox/KVM)

Module 2: Accessing the Command Line

• Terminal basics and essential commands

• Navigating the file system

• Using man, info, and help tools

Module 3: Managing Users and Groups

• Creating, modifying, and deleting users

• Group management and permissions

• File permissions and ownership (chmod, chown, umask)

Module 4: Managing Files and Directories

• File operations and linking

• Archiving and compressing files

• Using find, locate, and grep

Module 5: Managing Software

• YUM/DNF package management

• Installing, updating, and removing packages

• Working with RPMs

Module 6: Configuring Storage

• Managing partitions and file systems

• Mounting and unmounting devices

• LVM configuration and management

• Filesystem permissions and ACLs

Module 7: Networking Fundamentals

• Configuring and troubleshooting network interfaces

• Static vs DHCP IP configuration

• Managing services with systemctl

Module 8: Firewalls and SELinux

• Configuring firewalld rules

• SELinux basics and troubleshooting

• Setting SELinux contexts and booleans

Module 9: Managing Processes and Scheduling

• Managing processes (ps, top, kill)

• Job scheduling with cron and at

• System performance tools

Module 10: Automating Tasks with Scripting

• Introduction to shell scripting

• Writing and executing bash scripts

• Using variables, loops, and conditions

Module 11: System Boot and Troubleshooting

• GRUB2 and the boot process

• Troubleshooting boot issues

• Using rescue and emergency modes

• System logs and journalctl

Module 12: Containers and System Services

• Introduction to Podman (RHEL’s Docker alternative)

• Creating and managing containers

• Working with system services

Module 13: RHCSA Exam Preparation

• RHCSA exam format and tips

• Practice scenarios and simulations

• Time management during the exam

What will i learn?

• Master Linux command-line and shell scripting
• Configure and manage RHEL 9 systems
• Manage users, services, storage, and network settings
• Work with SELinux and firewall configurations
• Understand and manage system boot and troubleshooting
• Prepare confidently for the RHCSA EX200 certification exam

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