The Linux File System
Duration
5 hours
Overview
The Linux File System course describes the file structure within the Linux environment and explains how files are accessed, displayed and manipulated. Details of security measures in relation to Linux files is also provided. A number of general tasks associated with monitoring and managing the Linux file system are also discussed.
Audience
System operators and other personnel requiring knowledge of hierarchical file systems and the manipulation of files under Linux
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of Linux
Objectives
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the structure of a hierarchical file system
- Enter basic file system navigation and manipulation commands
- Explain how file permissions and security are implemented
- Identify how a Linux file system is managed
Course Content
File System Basics
The Concept of Files
The Linux File System
Displaying File Attributes
Copying, Moving and Removing Files
Linking Files
Navigating the File System
Commonly Used Linux Directories
Path Names
Directory Commands
Using the FIND Utility
File System Security
File System Security Measures
File and Directory Permissions
Permission Manipulation
User Profiles and Permissions
File System Management Utilities
General File System Housekeeping Utilities
Displaying Disk Space Usage
Searching for Files and Directories
Linux Backup and Compression Utilities
Defining User Space Quotas
The Linux File System Mastery Test
This course is part of
the IBM Digital Badge Program
Mainframe Specialist
Linux Operations and Programming - Experienced
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