Network operating systems concepts provides information needed to understand and support Linux systems in use today. Major concepts include Linux operating system theory, installation, upgrading, configuring (operating system and hardware), file systems, security, hardware options, storage, resource sharing, network connectivity, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

Understand components of desktop and Linux server operating systems
Implement a logical, organized, and secure file system
Establish login security
Create login scripts and user connectivity
Use server console commands, services, and processes
Perform/rebuild Linux server operating system installation
Describe messaging and the Internet infrastructure
Explain differences in Linux versions