Instructor Manual: Jason W. Eckert, Hands-On Linux+ and LPIC-1 Guide to Linux Certification, 2027, 9798214409962; Chapter 1: Introduction
to Linux
Instructor Manual
Jason W. Eckert, Hands-On Linux+ and LPIC-1 Guide to Linux Certification, 2027,
9798214409962; Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Purpose and Perspective of the Chapter......................................................................2
Chapter Objectives........................................................................................................2
Chapter Outline.............................................................................................................2
Note About Hands-On Projects....................................................................................4
Note About Discovery Exercises...................................................................................5
Note About Simulation Labs........................................................................................5
Additional Discussion Questions..................................................................................5
Additional Activities and Assignments.........................................................................6
Additional Resources....................................................................................................6
Certification............................................................................................................................................... 6
Internet Resources......................................................................................................................................6
Artificial Intelligence (AI)......................................................................................................................... 7
Appendix.......................................................................................................................7
Generic Rubrics......................................................................................................................................... 7
Standard Writing Rubric............................................................................................................................ 8
Standard Discussion Rubric.......................................................................................................................9
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PURPOSE AND PERSPECTIVE OF THE CHAPTER
Linux technical expertise is essential in today’s computer workplace as more and more companies switch
to Linux to meet their computing needs. Thus, it is important to understand how Linux can be used, what
benefits Linux offers to a company, and how Linux has developed and continues to develop. In the first
half of this chapter, you learn about operating system terminology and features of the Linux operating
system as well as the history and development of Linux. Later in this chapter, you learn about the various
types of Linux and the situations and environments in which Linux is used. Finally, you explore the ways
that Linux can be hosted in the cloud as well as the process and technologies used to add web apps to
cloud-based Linux systems.
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are addressed in this chapter:
1. Explain the purpose of an operating system.
2. Outline the key features of the Linux operating system.
3. Describe the origins of the Linux operating system.
4. Identify the characteristics of various Linux distributions and where to find them.
5. Explain the common uses of Linux in industry today.
6. Describe how Linux is used in the cloud.
CHAPTER OUTLINE
The following outline organizes activities (including any existing discussion questions in PowerPoints or
other supplements) and assessments by chapter (and therefore by topic) so that you can see how all the
content relates to the topics covered in the text.
I. Operating Systems
a. Self-Check
II. The Linux Operating System
a. Versions of the Linux Operating System
b. Identifying Kernel Versions
c. Licensing Linux
d. Linux Advantages
i. Risk reduction
ii. Meeting business needs
iii. Stability and security
iv. Support for different hardware
v. Ease of customization
vi. Ease of obtaining support
vii. Cost reduction
e. Self-Check
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III. The History of Linux
a. UNIX
b. The Hacker Culture
c. Linux
d. Self-Check
IV. Linux Distributions
a. Self-Check
V. Common Uses of Linux
a. Workstations
b. Servers
i. Web services
ii. DNS services
iii. DHCP services
iv. Time services
v. Mail services
vi. File and print services
vii. Database services
viii. Authentication services
ix. Machine learning services
x. Certificate services
c. Supercomputers
d. Network Devices
i. Routing services
ii. Firewall and proxy services
iii. Advanced security services
e. Mobile and IoT Devices
f. Self-Check
VI. Linux in the Cloud
a. Defining the Cloud
b. Cloud Types
c. Cloud Delivery Models
d. Understanding Cloud Workflows
e. Self-Check
VII. Summary
VIII. Key Terms
IX. Review Questions
X. Discovery Exercises
a. Discovery Exercise 1-1 (Detail the considerations and advantages for a Linux migration)
b. Discovery Exercise 1-2 (Outline the benefits of OSS)
c. Discovery Exercise 1-3 (Describe the features and usage of permissive open source
licenses)
d. Discovery Exercise 1-4 (Detail the steps needed to implement Kerberos authentication on
a network)
e. Discovery Exercise 1-5 (Describe how Linux reduces the total cost of ownership for an
organization)
f. Discovery Exercise 1-6 (Illustrate the features and evolution of OSS and Linux)
g. Discovery Exercise 1-7 (Outline the features of different Linux distributions)
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XI. Solutions to Self-Check Questions
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NOTE ABOUT HANDS-ON PROJECTS
The Hands-On Projects allow students to practice the concepts within the chapter on a Linux virtual
machine that they can configure on their own system or a system that is that provided by the school or
hosted on a cloud provider.
Chapter 1 contains no Hands-On Projects and, as such, does not require any specific classroom setup.
If students are learning remotely, you can optionally recommend students download the ISO image for the
latest version of Fedora Workstation Linux for their architecture (Intel or ARM) as outlined at the
beginning of Hands-On Project 2-1. This will allow remote learners with slower connections the ability to
start Hands-On Project 2-1 in the next chapter without delay.
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NOTE ABOUT DISCOVERY EXERCISES
Discovery Exercises provide the ability for students to further develop their knowledge and understanding
of the core topics within each chapter. Assign these exercises as you see fit in your class or treat them as
an optional extra for stronger students to perform if they so wish. Students will require access to the
Internet to complete the Discovery Exercises at the end of this chapter.
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NOTE ABOUT SIMULATION LABS
The simulated labs allow students to practice their problem-solving skills in a step-by-step simulated
environment. The simulations are based on the content and activities covered in each chapter of the text.
In the simulated labs, students will follow the instructions to complete each step. At any point they can
select the “Show Me” button if they need extra help completing one of the steps. Assessment questions at
the end of each simulation check the students’ understanding of the topics.
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ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
The following are discussion questions that do not appear in the text, PPTs, or courseware—they are for
you to use as you wish. You can assign these questions in several ways: in a discussion forum in your
LMS; as whole-class discussions in person; or as a partner or group activity in class.
1. Discussion: Hacker Culture; Duration: 20 minutes.
a. Have students discuss their feelings on hacker culture in general.
b. Do they feel that it has a positive or negative impact on the world of computing?
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to Linux
Instructor Manual
Jason W. Eckert, Hands-On Linux+ and LPIC-1 Guide to Linux Certification, 2027,
9798214409962; Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Purpose and Perspective of the Chapter......................................................................2
Chapter Objectives........................................................................................................2
Chapter Outline.............................................................................................................2
Note About Hands-On Projects....................................................................................4
Note About Discovery Exercises...................................................................................5
Note About Simulation Labs........................................................................................5
Additional Discussion Questions..................................................................................5
Additional Activities and Assignments.........................................................................6
Additional Resources....................................................................................................6
Certification............................................................................................................................................... 6
Internet Resources......................................................................................................................................6
Artificial Intelligence (AI)......................................................................................................................... 7
Appendix.......................................................................................................................7
Generic Rubrics......................................................................................................................................... 7
Standard Writing Rubric............................................................................................................................ 8
Standard Discussion Rubric.......................................................................................................................9
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publicly accessible website, in whole or in part.
, Instructor Manual: Jason W. Eckert, Hands-On Linux+ and LPIC-1 Guide to Linux Certification, 2027, 9798214409962; Chapter 1: Introduction
to Linux
PURPOSE AND PERSPECTIVE OF THE CHAPTER
Linux technical expertise is essential in today’s computer workplace as more and more companies switch
to Linux to meet their computing needs. Thus, it is important to understand how Linux can be used, what
benefits Linux offers to a company, and how Linux has developed and continues to develop. In the first
half of this chapter, you learn about operating system terminology and features of the Linux operating
system as well as the history and development of Linux. Later in this chapter, you learn about the various
types of Linux and the situations and environments in which Linux is used. Finally, you explore the ways
that Linux can be hosted in the cloud as well as the process and technologies used to add web apps to
cloud-based Linux systems.
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are addressed in this chapter:
1. Explain the purpose of an operating system.
2. Outline the key features of the Linux operating system.
3. Describe the origins of the Linux operating system.
4. Identify the characteristics of various Linux distributions and where to find them.
5. Explain the common uses of Linux in industry today.
6. Describe how Linux is used in the cloud.
CHAPTER OUTLINE
The following outline organizes activities (including any existing discussion questions in PowerPoints or
other supplements) and assessments by chapter (and therefore by topic) so that you can see how all the
content relates to the topics covered in the text.
I. Operating Systems
a. Self-Check
II. The Linux Operating System
a. Versions of the Linux Operating System
b. Identifying Kernel Versions
c. Licensing Linux
d. Linux Advantages
i. Risk reduction
ii. Meeting business needs
iii. Stability and security
iv. Support for different hardware
v. Ease of customization
vi. Ease of obtaining support
vii. Cost reduction
e. Self-Check
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publicly accessible website, in whole or in part.
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to Linux
III. The History of Linux
a. UNIX
b. The Hacker Culture
c. Linux
d. Self-Check
IV. Linux Distributions
a. Self-Check
V. Common Uses of Linux
a. Workstations
b. Servers
i. Web services
ii. DNS services
iii. DHCP services
iv. Time services
v. Mail services
vi. File and print services
vii. Database services
viii. Authentication services
ix. Machine learning services
x. Certificate services
c. Supercomputers
d. Network Devices
i. Routing services
ii. Firewall and proxy services
iii. Advanced security services
e. Mobile and IoT Devices
f. Self-Check
VI. Linux in the Cloud
a. Defining the Cloud
b. Cloud Types
c. Cloud Delivery Models
d. Understanding Cloud Workflows
e. Self-Check
VII. Summary
VIII. Key Terms
IX. Review Questions
X. Discovery Exercises
a. Discovery Exercise 1-1 (Detail the considerations and advantages for a Linux migration)
b. Discovery Exercise 1-2 (Outline the benefits of OSS)
c. Discovery Exercise 1-3 (Describe the features and usage of permissive open source
licenses)
d. Discovery Exercise 1-4 (Detail the steps needed to implement Kerberos authentication on
a network)
e. Discovery Exercise 1-5 (Describe how Linux reduces the total cost of ownership for an
organization)
f. Discovery Exercise 1-6 (Illustrate the features and evolution of OSS and Linux)
g. Discovery Exercise 1-7 (Outline the features of different Linux distributions)
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publicly accessible website, in whole or in part.
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to Linux
XI. Solutions to Self-Check Questions
[return to top]
NOTE ABOUT HANDS-ON PROJECTS
The Hands-On Projects allow students to practice the concepts within the chapter on a Linux virtual
machine that they can configure on their own system or a system that is that provided by the school or
hosted on a cloud provider.
Chapter 1 contains no Hands-On Projects and, as such, does not require any specific classroom setup.
If students are learning remotely, you can optionally recommend students download the ISO image for the
latest version of Fedora Workstation Linux for their architecture (Intel or ARM) as outlined at the
beginning of Hands-On Project 2-1. This will allow remote learners with slower connections the ability to
start Hands-On Project 2-1 in the next chapter without delay.
[return to top]
NOTE ABOUT DISCOVERY EXERCISES
Discovery Exercises provide the ability for students to further develop their knowledge and understanding
of the core topics within each chapter. Assign these exercises as you see fit in your class or treat them as
an optional extra for stronger students to perform if they so wish. Students will require access to the
Internet to complete the Discovery Exercises at the end of this chapter.
[return to top]
NOTE ABOUT SIMULATION LABS
The simulated labs allow students to practice their problem-solving skills in a step-by-step simulated
environment. The simulations are based on the content and activities covered in each chapter of the text.
In the simulated labs, students will follow the instructions to complete each step. At any point they can
select the “Show Me” button if they need extra help completing one of the steps. Assessment questions at
the end of each simulation check the students’ understanding of the topics.
[return to top]
ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
The following are discussion questions that do not appear in the text, PPTs, or courseware—they are for
you to use as you wish. You can assign these questions in several ways: in a discussion forum in your
LMS; as whole-class discussions in person; or as a partner or group activity in class.
1. Discussion: Hacker Culture; Duration: 20 minutes.
a. Have students discuss their feelings on hacker culture in general.
b. Do they feel that it has a positive or negative impact on the world of computing?
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