SysAdmin & Networking Essentials
Learn the core concepts and practical skills of system administration and network engineering, from server management to cybersecurity and data protection.
Sessions
DNS & DHCP Essentials
After this session, you'll be able to explain how DNS translates names to IPs and how DHCP assigns network configurations.
5 min
Servers: Linux vs Windows
After this session, you'll be able to explain what a server is and the key differences between Linux and Windows Server.
5 min
Firewall Essentials
After this session, you'll be able to describe what a firewall does and why it's crucial for network security.
5 min
Active Directory Essentials
After this session, you'll be able to explain the purpose of Active Directory and its core components.
5 min
Backup & Disaster Recovery
After this session, you'll be able to identify different backup types and explain the importance of a disaster recovery plan.
5 min
Diagnose Network Issues
After this session, you'll be able to use basic tools to diagnose common network connectivity issues.
5 min
What you'll achieve
Differentiate between Linux and Windows Server environments and their primary uses.
Explain how DNS resolves domain names to IP addresses and how DHCP assigns network configurations.
Understand the role of firewalls in network security and basic rule configuration.
Utilize fundamental network troubleshooting tools like ping, ipconfig/ifconfig, and tracert/traceroute.
Describe the purpose and key components of Active Directory for Windows network management.
Identify different backup strategies and explain the importance of disaster recovery planning.