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UBUNTU SERVER ADMINISTRATION

Ubuntu Server administration involves managing and maintaining a server running the Ubuntu Server operating system. Ubuntu Server is a popular Linux distribution used for various server applications, such as web hosting, database management, file sharing, and more.Ubuntu Server administration demands a combination of technical expertise, security awareness, and system maintenance skills to ensure the server operates smoothly, securely, and efficiently.

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Duration 40 hours

Batch Type Weekdays / Weekends

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Locations Pune, Bangalore, Kochi

Language English

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What you'll learn

Understand core concepts and architecture from the ground up

Get hands-on with the tools used by working professionals

Build real-world projects you can add to your portfolio

Learn industry best practices and coding standards

Practice with real datasets and real-world scenarios

Prepare for certification and technical interviews

Work on collaborative, team-based exercises

Apply performance tuning and optimization techniques

Understand how the technology fits into a larger ecosystem

Complete assignments reviewed by mentors

Programme Overview

12 sections covering the complete curriculum — a single, progressive learning arc.

40 hours

Training Duration

Core Modules

170

Total Lessons

4.9★

Average Rating

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Students Trained

Foundations & Core Concepts

Get hands-on with the fundamentals and architecture — the building blocks for everything that follows.

Fundamentals Architecture Setup

Hands-On Practical Training

Work through real exercises and assignments designed to mirror what you will do on the job.

Practicals Assignments Labs

Real-World Projects

Apply what you have learned to end-to-end projects that go straight into your portfolio.

Projects Portfolio Case Studies

Advanced Techniques

Go beyond the basics with advanced concepts, integrations and production-grade practices.

Advanced Integration Best Practices

Ecosystem Integration

Understand how this technology connects with the broader tools and platforms used in the industry.

Ecosystem Tools Platforms

Performance & Interview Prep

Master optimization techniques and prepare for the technical interview questions employers actually ask.

Optimization Interview Prep Certification

Who is this programme for?

Whether you're already writing code, working with data, or supporting applications today — this programme is built to take you into a REDHAT LINUX | UNIX role.

Software Developers

Engineers who want to add this skill set to their toolkit

Analysts & Consultants

Professionals moving into a more technical, hands-on role

IT Professionals

System admins and support engineers upskilling into a new domain

Fresh Graduates

CS/IT graduates aiming for a job-ready technical role

Course Curriculum

12 sections • 170 lessons • 40 hours

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Total Duration

40 hours

100% Practical · Unlimited Doubt Sessions

01 Lesson 1: What Is Ubuntu?

Releases and Flavors of Ubuntu

Differentiate between the flavors of Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu Maintenance Model

Explain the Ubuntu Linux release cycle

Explain the Ubuntu naming convention

Explain Ubuntu LTS maintenance cycle

02 Lesson 2: Installation of Ubuntu

System Installation

Complete an Ubuntu Server installation

Introduction to MAAS

List and explain key MAAS features and functionality

03 Lesson 3: Linux Filesystem Hierarchy

Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS)

Define the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard

Explain the Ubuntu Filesystem Hierarchy

Linux File Types

List and define Linux file types

04 Lesson 4: CLI Environment

Get Help

Access and use Linux manual pages

Access and use Linux info pages

Locate and use package documentation Shell Environment

List key shell environment concepts

List and explain the purpose of shell environment files

Define environment variables

Create and use shell aliases

Explain data channels, redirection, and command chaining

Explain return values

List and explain shell expansion and wild cards

Explain and use brace expansion

Explain and use tilde expansion

Explain and use parameter/variable expansion

Explain and use command substitution

Explain and use arithmetic expansion

Explain and use wildcard expansion

CLI Commands

Navigate the file system using CLI

Manipulate the file system using CLI

Search the file system

Search file contents

Manipulate file contents

Perform text processing

Terminal Multiplexing

Use terminal multiplexing with Byobu

Introduction to Vim

Describe Vim

Describe the purpose of the vimrc file

Perform Vim navigation

Use Vim command mode

Use Vim insert mode

Use Vim visual mode

Use Vim search and replace/delete

Use Vim windows

Remote Administration with OpenSSH

Describe key OpenSSH features and functionality

Perform OpenSSH server configuration

Use OpenSSH client tools

Perform SSH key management

Use SSH port tunneling

05 Lesson 5: Identity and Security

User Management

Explain the purpose of UNIX user accounts

List and explain user/group data files

Perform user/group/password management

Privilege Delegation

Define and use sudo

Explain su

Permissions

Explain and manipulate file/directory

permissions

Explain and manipulate umask

Explain and manipulate

SUID/SGID/Sticky Bit

ACLs

Explain Posix ACL concepts

Enable Posix ACLs

Manipulate Posix ACLs

PAM

List key PAM features and functionality

Configure PAM modules

Introduction to AppArmor

List key AppArmor features and functionality

06 Lesson 6: System Initialization

Boot Process Overview

Explain the Ubuntu boot process

The Boot Loader

Explain and configure GRUB2

The Kernel and Initrd

Explain the Linux kernel initialization process

Describe Initrd

Systemd

Describe Systemd features and functionality

Explain Systemd init descriptors

Upstart

Describe Upstart features and functionality

Explain Upstart scripts

07 Lesson 7: Process Management

Process Administration

Describe Linux processes

List processes

Send signals to processes

Process Priority

Define and manipulate process priority

with nice/renice

Background Processes

Define and use job control

Scheduling Processes

Explain and schedule processes with cron

Explain and schedule processes with at

On-demand Processes

Explain and configure on-demand processes

with xinetd

08 Lesson 8: Software Management

Debian Package Management

Describe Debian package management

Perform Debian package management

Advanced Package Tool (Apt)

Perform package management with apt

Perform package management with aptitude

Snappy Package Management

Perform package management with snappy

09 Lesson 9: Storage

Partitioning

Describe and use MBR/MSDOS partitions

Describe and use GPT partitions

File Systems

Describe and configure Ext4

Describe and configure XFS

Describe and configure BTRFS

Describe and configure ZFS (Xenial)

Software RAID

Define Linux software RAID

Describe and use mdadm command

LVM

Describe LVM features and functionality

Configure and work with LVM physical

volumes

Configure and work with LVM volume

groups

Configure and work with LVM logical

volumes

Configure and work with LVM snapshots

10 Lesson 10: Networking

Basic Network Commands

Describe Linux network configuration layers

Use basic network commands (ip/ethtool)

Use network troubleshooting commands

Network Initialization and Configuration

Describe and use Ubuntu network interface management commands

Describe and manipulate Ubuntu network

interface configuration files

Describe and configure hostname

resolution

Describe and configure network

interface bonding

Describe and configure VLANs

11 Lesson 11: Administration and Monitoring

System Logging

Describe system logging

Configure rsyslog

Configure logrotate

Time Synchronization

Describe key NTP concepts

Configure NTP server and client

Use time sync CLI tools

Backup and Recovery

Describe and use archiving and

compression utilities

Describe and use dd

Describe and use rsync

12 Lesson 12: Virtualisation

QEMU/KVM

Describe QEMU/KVM

LXC/LXD

Describe LXC (Trusty)

Describe and use LXD (Xenial) containers

uvtool

Describe and use uvtool

Virtual Machine Management

Describe and use virsh

Describe and use virt-manager

Tools & Technologies

Every tool listed here is installed, configured and used in a hands-on lab session.

Core Tools

Hands-On Labs

Practical Environment

Industry-Standard Tools

Real-World Setup

Guided Exercises

Skill Building

Sample Datasets

Practice Material

Practice & Projects

Mini Projects

Applied Practice

Assignments

Mentor Reviewed

Doubt Sessions

Live Support

Career Readiness

Resume Building

Career Support

Mock Interviews

Interview Prep

Certification Prep

Global Recognition

Deployment & Delivery

Production Practices

Real-World Ready

Best Practices

Industry Standards

170+

Hands-On Lessons

Core Modules

40 hours

Training Duration

100%

Practical Training

You don't just learn UBUNTU SERVER ADMINISTRATION. You ship it.

Three major projects, each mirroring how production teams actually work — from guided foundations to a portfolio-ready capstone.

PROJECT // 01

Guided Foundation Project

→Requirement Analysis

→Guided Implementation

→Mentor Review

→Iteration

Foundation Beginner

Apply the fundamentals in a structured, mentor-reviewed project

Take the core concepts from the first half of the curriculum and apply them to a realistic scenario, with guidance and feedback from your mentor at every step.

Structured project brief

Step-by-step implementation

Mentor feedback and review

Documented outcome

Stack Core Concepts Best Practices

PROJECT // 02

Applied Practice Project

→Scenario Design

→Independent Build

→Testing & Validation

→Peer Review

Applied Intermediate

Build a more independent project mirroring real production scenarios

Work through a project that combines multiple concepts from the curriculum, closer to how work is actually structured on the job — less hand-holding, more ownership.

End-to-end implementation

Testing and validation

Documentation

Peer/mentor review

Stack Applied Skills Testing

PROJECT // 03

Capstone Project

→Planning

→End-to-End Build

→Review & Refinement

→Presentation

Capstone Advanced

Take a project from requirements to a polished, portfolio-ready deliverable

Your final project — plan, build, test and present a complete solution using everything covered in the curriculum, reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

Complete working solution

Presentation-ready documentation

Mentor sign-off

Portfolio-ready deliverable

Stack Full Curriculum Portfolio

All 3 projects go directly into your portfolio & resume — reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

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Real-life Case Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions

15 questions about the UBUNTU SERVER ADMINISTRATION course.

01 What is Ubuntu Server, and how is it different from Ubuntu Desktop?

Ubuntu Server is a Linux-based operating system optimized for server environments, focusing on performance, stability, and security without a graphical user interface. Unlike Ubuntu Desktop, it relies on command-line management, making it faster and more resource-efficient for server tasks.

02 How do I install Ubuntu Server on a new machine?

To install Ubuntu Server, download the ISO file from the official Ubuntu website, create a bootable USB, and follow the installation wizard. During setup, you’ll select configurations like disk partitioning, SSH installation, and network settings.

03 How can I set up SSH on Ubuntu Server?

First, install OpenSSH Server using sudo apt install openssh-server. Verify the SSH service status with sudo systemctl status ssh. You can then configure SSH to use keys for secure access by generating a key pair with ssh-keygen and copying it to the server with ssh-copy-id.

04 What are the basic commands for package management on Ubuntu Server?

Ubuntu Server uses the apt package manager. Common commands include:
sudo apt update: Updates package lists.
sudo apt upgrade: Installs available updates.
sudo apt install <package>: Installs specific packages.
sudo apt remove <package>: Removes specific packages.

05 How do I configure a firewall on Ubuntu Server?

Ubuntu Server uses UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) by default. To enable it, run sudo ufw enable. Add rules like sudo ufw allow 22 for SSH access, or sudo ufw allow 80 for HTTP traffic, to control network access.

06 How can I check system resource usage on Ubuntu Server?

Use commands like top or htop (if installed) to monitor CPU, memory, and process usage. df -h shows disk space, and free -m displays memory usage. These tools help diagnose performance issues in real time.

07 What are some security best practices for Ubuntu Server?

Security best practices include regularly updating packages, disabling root login, using SSH keys instead of passwords, configuring a firewall with UFW, and installing Fail2ban to prevent brute-force attacks. These measures improve security and protect sensitive data.

08 How do I set a static IP address on Ubuntu Server?

Edit the Netplan configuration file, usually found in /etc/netplan/, and specify the static IP settings. After saving changes, apply them with sudo netplan apply. This process ensures consistent network connectivity.

09 Can I use Ubuntu Server for web hosting?

Yes, Ubuntu Server is commonly used for web hosting. You can install Apache, Nginx, or a LAMP/LEMP stack to host websites and applications. It supports various CMS platforms like WordPress, making it versatile for web hosting need

10 How do I create and manage users on Ubuntu Server?

Use sudo adduser <username> to create a user and sudo userdel <username> to delete one. To add a user to the sudoers list, use sudo usermod -aG sudo <username>. These commands let you manage access and permissions effectively.

11 What backup options are available for Ubuntu Server?

Popular backup tools include rsync for file synchronization, tar for creating compressed archives, and Clonezilla for disk imaging. Scheduling backups with cron jobs ensures regular, automated backups for data protection.

12 How can I schedule tasks on Ubuntu Server?

Use cron to schedule tasks by editing the crontab file with crontab -e. Add commands in the format minute hour day month weekday /path/to/command to automate updates, backups, and other repetitive tasks.

13 What’s the difference between Ubuntu LTS and non-LTS versions?

LTS (Long-Term Support) versions receive five years of security updates, ideal for production servers. Non-LTS versions are updated every six months but only receive support for nine months, making them more suited for testing and development environments.

14 How do I monitor network connections on Ubuntu Server?

Tools like netstat, ss, and nmap help monitor network connections. For ongoing monitoring, consider installing software like Nagios or Zabbix, which provide real-time network and server metrics.

15 What should I do if I forget the root password on Ubuntu Server?

Reboot the server and enter GRUB recovery mode. Select “root” to access the root shell and use passwd <username> to reset the password. Restart the server, and log in with the new credentials to regain access.

UBUNTU SERVER ADMINISTRATION Interview Questions

10 questions commonly asked in UBUNTU SERVER ADMINISTRATION interviews.

01 What are the key differences between Ubuntu Server and Ubuntu Desktop, and how do these differences impact server performance and management?
02 Describe the process of setting up and securing SSH access on an Ubuntu Server. What steps would you take to enhance SSH security?
03 How would you configure and manage a firewall on Ubuntu Server using UFW? Can you provide examples of basic firewall rules for a web server?
04 Explain the importance of regular updates on an Ubuntu Server. What strategies do you use to automate system updates while minimizing downtime
05 How do you troubleshoot network connectivity issues on Ubuntu Server? What commands and tools would you use to identify and resolve the issue?
06 What methods would you use to monitor and optimize system performance on Ubuntu Server, especially under high load conditions?
07 Describe the steps for installing and configuring a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack on Ubuntu Server. What are the common challenges faced during setup?
08 How do you handle user and permission management on Ubuntu Server? Describe the process of creating users, assigning roles, and managing file permissions.
09 What is the role of Fail2ban on Ubuntu Server, and how would you configure it to protect against unauthorized login attempts?
10 Explain how you would set up a secure backup and disaster recovery plan for an Ubuntu Server. What tools and practices are essential for ensuring data integrity and recovery?

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