IT Essentials 2
  Course Number
     ITESS2HS
  Course Description
IT Essentials 2: Network Operating Systems is an intensive introduction to networking fundamentals and multiuser/multitasking network operating systems. Characteristics of the Linux and Windows network operating systems will be discussed. Students will explore a variety of topics including installation and configuration procedures. More advanced administrative tasks such as troubleshooting issues, security issues, and remote access will also be covered.
  Performance-Based Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion for IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems. The students’ acquired competencies include:

  • Network Operating System basics
  • Network Operating System components
  • Network design and topology
  • Media types and effectiveness
  • Internet connection
  • Network services including remote access and directory services
  • NIC and IP address configuration
  • NOS installation planning
  • Windows 2000 installation
  • Linux installation and troubleshooting
  • Network security plan development
  Target Student
This is an entry-level course, designed for persons with basic end-user skills with Windows-based personal computers, who wish to begin a career in information technology by becoming personal computer service technicians, or who wish to prepare to take the CompTIA Linux+ and Server+ examinations.
  Prerequisites

IT Essentials I
  Certification
IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems, along with Fundamentals of Unix, will help prepare students for the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.
  Course Content
Lesson 1: Operating System Fundamentals
Network Operating System Basics
Microsoft Windows
UNIX and Linux on the Desktop
Network Operating Systems Overview

Module 2. Introduction to Networking
Benefits of Networking
Types of Networks
Networking Protocols
LAN Technologies

Module 3. Physical Components of a Network
Configuring a Network Interface Card
Topologies
Media Types
Network Devices

Module 4. TCP/IP Networking
History of TCP/IP
IP Addressing
Name Resolution
TCP/IP Protocols

Module 5. Overview of Network Services
Network Services
Remote Administration and Access Services
Directory Services
Other NOS Services

Module 6. Introduction to Network Operating Systems
Characteristics of a Network Operating System
Windows
Linux
Determining Software Requirements for a Linux NOS

Module 7. Installations and Boot Process Overview
Preparing for the Installation
The Installation Process
The Boot Process
Troubleshooting NOS Installation

Module 8. Windows 2000 Professional
Installation
Administrator/User Interface
User Accounts
Managing the File System
Services

Module 9. Linux Installation Procedures
Pre-Installation Tasks
Installing and Configuring Linux
X Server
Post-Installation Configuration and Tasks

Module 10. Linux Administration
User Interface Administrator
User Accounts and Group Accounts
Files System and Services Management
Daemons

Module 11. Advanced NOS Administration
Backups
Drive Mapping
Partition and Processes Management
Monitoring Resources
Analyzing and Optimizing Network Performance

Module 12. Installing and Maintaining Hardware in Linux
Hardware Terms, Concepts, and Components
Hardware Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance
Checking and Confirming Hardware Configuration
Laptop and Mobile Devices

Module 13. Troubleshooting the Operating System
Identifying and Locating Symptoms and Problems
LILO Boot Errors
Recognizing Common Errors
Troubleshooting Network Problems

Module 14. Network Security
Developing a Network Security Policy
Threats to Network Security
Implementing Security Measures
Applying Patches and Upgrades
Firewalls