Operating Systems and Command Line Basics
Course Level: Basic
Course Overview
The Operating Systems and Command Line Basics course introduces students to the core functions of both Windows and Linux operating systems, along with essential command line skills. Students will learn how to navigate file systems, manage users, and perform administrative tasks using the command line. This course is perfect for beginners who want to gain a solid understanding of operating systems and how they function at a foundational level.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
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Understand the basic architecture and functions of Windows and Linux operating systems.
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Navigate file systems and directories using the command line.
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Manage users, permissions, and processes using command line tools.
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Execute basic administrative tasks, such as creating and managing files and folders.
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Use command-line-based utilities to monitor and manage system performance.
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Perform basic security tasks such as setting file permissions and configuring access control.
Key Topics Covered
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Introduction to Operating Systems: Overview of Windows and Linux operating systems, their components, and roles.
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File System Navigation: Using commands like cd, ls, dir, and pwd to move through and list directories.
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File and Directory Management: Command line operations to create, move, copy, and delete files and directories.
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User and Group Management: Adding, modifying, and deleting users and groups on both Windows and Linux.
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Permissions and Access Control: Setting and modifying file permissions using commands like chmod, chown, and icacls.
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Process Management: Using commands like ps, top, and tasklist to monitor and manage processes.
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Basic Scripting: Introduction to shell scripting in Linux and batch files in Windows for automating tasks.
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System Administration Tools: Command-line tools for managing system performance and troubleshooting.
Hands-On Labs/Projects
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Lab 1: Navigating the file system and performing basic file operations on Windows and Linux.
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Lab 2: Managing users and groups through the command line, setting permissions, and configuring access control.
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Lab 3: Creating basic scripts to automate system tasks on both operating systems.
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Capstone Project: Set up and configure a basic user environment with proper file system permissions and user roles on a Linux or Windows system.
Instructor Information
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Our expert instructors for this course will be announced soon. Stay tuned for details on their extensive industry experience and qualifications in cybersecurity.
Course Duration & Format
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Duration: 5 weeks (self-paced)
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Time Commitment: 3-4 hours per week
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Format: 100% online with hands-on command line labs
Course Materials Preview
Content:
Since this is a cybersecurity course, we constantly update our course materials to reflect the latest industry trends and threats. Upon enrolling, you'll gain full access to all up-to-date course materials via our student platform. You'll have access to video lectures, detailed outlines, hands-on labs, and additional resources to ensure you're always learning the most current content.
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Community & Support
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You will have access to:​
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A dedicated online forum where you can connect with fellow students, ask questions, and collaborate on projects.
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Instructor support is available via email and course discussion boards.
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Live Q&A sessions with instructors for additional guidance.