CentOS Practice Exam
CentOS Practice Exam
About CentOS Exam
The CentOS Practice Exam is designed to test your knowledge of the CentOS operating system. It covers important tasks such as installation, command-line usage, system management, file handling, user control, and basic server configuration. This exam is helpful for those who want to work in system administration or IT support and need to prove their skills with Linux-based systems.
Who Should Take the Exam?
This exam is suitable for:
- Beginners learning Linux system administration
- IT professionals who want to improve their CentOS skills
- Students studying computer science or information technology
- Junior system administrators or support engineers
- Freelancers or consultants working with Linux servers
- Trainers and instructors teaching Linux basics
Skills Required
- Basic understanding of operating systems
- Familiarity with Linux commands
- Ability to install and manage CentOS
- Handling files, permissions, and processes
- Working with services and networking tools
Knowledge Gained
- Installing and setting up CentOS on a system
- Using terminal commands to manage files and users
- Understanding file permissions and ownership
- Managing software packages with yum or dnf
- Monitoring system performance and running services
- Setting up basic network and firewall settings
Course Outline
The CentOS Practice Exam includes the following topics:
Domain 1 – Introduction to CentOS and Linux
- What is CentOS
- Key features and use in servers
Domain 2 – Installation and Setup
- System requirements
- Steps to install and configure CentOS
Domain 3 – Command Line Basics
- Common terminal commands
- Navigating directories and managing files
Domain 4 – User and Group Management
- Creating users and groups
- Assigning roles and setting permissions
Domain 5 – File System and Permissions
- Understanding file structure
- Setting read, write, and execute permissions
Domain 6 – Package Management
- Installing and updating software with yum or dnf
- Managing software repositories
Domain 7 – Process and Service Management
- Checking and managing system processes
- Enabling and stopping services using systemctl
Domain 8 – Network Configuration and Security
- Setting IP addresses and network settings
- Configuring the firewall and securing the system
