Course Overview:

In this course students will learn to install the Linux™ operating system, to administer users and software, to use vi, basic Linux security, process control, file system maintenance, backup and recovery, including some basic networking concepts. This course insures that students have the skills to configure all desktop and client side related activity.

Attendees to L-245: Linux System Administration I will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Dates/Locations:

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Duration: 5 days

Course Objectives:

  • Linux operating system installation
  • Hardware Issues
  • LILO & GRUB Configuration
  • Managing the Linux file system
  • Boot Process
  • Customization of setup files
  • System Startup
  • Run Levels
  • Network Services
  • User Management
  • Changing Passwords
  • Monitoring, accessing & restricting root system access
  • Administration Tools
  • Disk Management
  • Quotas
  • Process Control
  • Installing & removing software & patches
  • Network Configuration
  • Client side components of NFS, Samba, NTP, NIS
  • Printing
  • Backup and Recovery
  • Using utilities for process control, locating files & automating maintenance tasks

Prerequisites:

  • Students should have an understanding of all basic UNIX commands as well as variable substitution, wild card expansion, command pipes, permissions, the grep  and find commands.
  • These prerequisites can be met through completion of TN-125: Introduction to UNIX & Linux and six month’s experience with Linux.

 

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Course Overview:

This course covers the knowledge and skills required to understand standard Cloud terminologies/methodologies, to implement, maintain, and deliver cloud technologies and infrastructures (e.g. server, network, storage, and virtualization technologies), and to understand aspects of IT security and use of industry best practices related to cloud implementations and the application of virtualization.

TechNow has worked worldwide enterprise infrastructures for over 20 years and has developed demos and labs to exemplify the techniques required to demonstrate cloud technologies and to effectively manage security in the cloud environment.

TechNow is a CompTIA partner and uses official CompTIA Cloud+ curriculum.

Attendees to CT-215: Cloud+ will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Date/Locations:

Date/Time Event
11/03/2025 - 11/07/2025
08:00 -16:00
CT-215: Cloud+
TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Objectives:

  • Prepare to deploy cloud solutions
  • Deploy a pilot project
  • Test a pilot project deployment
  • Design a secure network for cloud deployment
  • Determine CPU and memory sizing for cloud deployments
  • Plan Identity and Access Management for cloud deployments
  • Analyze workload characteristics to ensure successful migration to the cloud
  • Secure systems to meet access requirements
  • Maintain cloud systems
  • Implement backup, restore, and business continuity measures
  • Analyze cloud systems for required performance
  • Analyze cloud systems for anomalies and growth forecasting
  • Troubleshoot deployment, capacity, automation, and orchestration issues
  • Troubleshoot connectivity issues
  • Troubleshoot security issues

Course Prerequisites:

  • Security+, Network+, CASP or equivalent experience
  • Managing or administering at least one of UNIX, Windows, Databases, networking, or security

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The world of information security and computer training is ever changing.  The techniques and systems continue to evolve and we must stay current and diligent.  To do this, you can count on TechNow®…the leader in cybersecurity training and computer system training.

TechNow® has been training the leaders in the computer community for many years.  We provide training for students in a number of areas.  Our cybersecurity trainings include popular courses like D0D 8140, Security , CISM, CISSP, CEH,CCNA, and more.  With over 34 years of experience, we’re able to provide you with unmatched training and certification programs.

TechNow also provides a variety of other popular trainings for the computer professional including Cisco, EC-Council, CompTIA, Unix/Linux and more.

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Upcoming Events

  • CT-210: Project+
    • 10/27/2025 – 10/30/2025
    • San Antonio
  • CT-325: Security+
    • 10/27/2025 – 10/31/2025
    • San Antonio
  • PM-325: Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation
    • 10/27/2025 – 10/31/2025
    • San Antonio
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    • 11/03/2025 – 11/07/2025
    • San Antonio
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    • 11/03/2025 – 11/07/2025
    • San Antonio
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    Course Overview:

    Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) is an instructor-led course. This five-day course focuses on the necessity of a comprehensive security policy and how it affects the posture of the network.  TechNow students each get a Cisco Switch, Router, and an ASA.  The in the classrom hardware hands-on component of this course is a priority.  Using instructor-led discussions, extensive hands-on lab exercises, and supplemental materials, this course allows learners to understand common security concepts, and deploy basic security techniques utilizing a variety of popular security appliances within a “real-life” network infrastructure.  TechNow is an Authorized VUE testing partner and this course concludes with the student taking the 210-260 IINS Cisco Certification Exam.

    Duration: 5 days
    Audience:  Cisco Network Administrators.  This course is an excellent precursor to Palo Alto Network Firewall Training
    DoD 8140:  Not Mandated
    Course Prerequisites:  CCNA

    Course Objectives:

    • Describe common network security concepts
    • Secure routing and switching infrastructure
    • Deploy basic authentication, authorization and accounting services
    • Deploy basic firewalling services
    • Deploy basic site-to-site and remote access VPN services
    • Describe the use of more advanced security services such as intrusion protection, content security and identity management

    Attendees to N-325: Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

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