Abstract
Managing servers is a fundamental aspect of computer science that involves the administration and maintenance of computers that provide web, file, electronic mail, and other networked services. This subject specifically focuses on servers that run the Linux operating system and provides students with an understanding of how to operate them … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Introduction to server administrationAutomating system tasksData organisationData IntegrityNetwork administrationNetwork servicesUNIX securityPerformance analysisSecurity management and policy
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to apply technical knowledge to manage servers;
2.
be able to investigate the layout of server file systems;
3.
be able to plan, create and manage information services;
4.
be able to design and write scripts to automate various server management tasks;
5.
be able to justify an appropriate protection strategy for data and services; and
6.
be able to critically evaluate security policies and procedures.
Assumed knowledge
Understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts at the level of ITC542 and programming concepts at the level of ITC558.
Enrolment restrictions
Only available to postgraduate students.