Scott Simpson
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Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Discover how to use essential features to make the most out of a Wi-Fi network. Learn how to set up a router, extend a Wi-Fi signal farther, add a separate guest network, and more.
Wi-Fi frees our computers from network cables and enables us to work at coffee shops, airports, and from our own couch. While most of us are familiar with how to use Wi-Fi, having some additional terms and options clarified can help us make the most out of this technology....
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to protect yourself when browsing the web.
One of the biggest concerns when it comes to the internet is security. When we browse the web, we often have to contend with a variety of threats to our personal information and security. In this course, instructor Scott Simpson describes the basics of how the web works, and introduces threats that we might face as we browse, like malicious URLs, trackers, and keyword squatting. Then, building...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Metadata provides robust information about the contents of files, but it can also present security risks. Get an overview of metadata security concerns and practices.
Metadata, or data about data, is an important aspect of working with information. From file modification dates to the lens used to take a photo, these bits of information attached to or associated with files tell us a lot of information. And, while metadata is useful in many ways, it...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Discover how to use WireGuard to configure a secure VPN solution that can span the globe. Learn how it works and how to implement a variety of architectures.
Secure connections are more important now than ever. WireGuard brings an easy-to-configure, fast, and secure method of creating a virtual private network, or VPN. WireGuard is supported directly by the Linux kernel, and WireGuard connections can be used by devices on many platforms. In this...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Discover how to configure and use VirtualBox—a free software virtualization package from Oracle—to create virtual machines on your computer.
VirtualBox—a free software virtualization package from Oracle that allows you to host multiple operating systems on a single physical machine—is an excellent solution for creating your own practice and testing environments. In this course, learn how to use VirtualBox to create virtual machines on your...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to improve your productivity when working in a command-line shell.
When working in a text-based shell, you have a variety of options for managing processes and tasks. In this course, Scott Simpson highlights ways to manage processes and use terminal multiplexers to improve your productivity. Learn how to send processes to the background and retrieve them. Go over how to explore terminal multiplexers, which allow you to use one terminal...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Explore the Linux command line and Bash shell. Learn how to navigate the file and folder structure, edit text, set permissions, and install and update software on Linux machines.
Suggested prerequisites Familiarity with computer basics: files, directories, and running programs An understanding of macOS or Windows Ubuntu Desktop running in a VirtualBox virtual machine Projects Use the command line to find specific information. Evaluate presented commands...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Learn the basics of SQL, the programming language for retrieving and editing data from databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL.
Structured Query Language (SQL) is a common tool for retrieving data from relational databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL. This course provides an introduction to this core programming language. Learn how to request data from a database, limit and sort the responses, aggregate...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Get a high-level overview of the Python in Excel features launched in the public beta preview.
If you work with data, you know that Excel is one of the most popular and powerful tools at your disposal. Depending on your industry or field, you may also use Python for data analysis, forecasting, running machine learning models, and more. For many people who deal with data, it’s common to use both tools in the same workflow, and moving your data between...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Explore different ways to make storage available on a network. This course can prepare you for the network filesystems and file services section of the LFCE exam.
Having a solid understanding of file storage is crucial for any system administrator, and essential for professionals working towards the Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) certification. In this course, explore different ways to make storage available on a network. Instructor Scott...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Explore basic concepts and specifics of shell administration with Bash.
Bash is a popular command line interpreter and the default option on Linux. In this course, Scott Simpson guides you through using Bash. Scott covers the history and significance of Bash, as well as the basics of using it. He explains how to create a script, make it executable, and run it. Scott steps through programming tasks, dives into Bash control structures, and highlights...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to manage and optimize Linux storage—and study for the Storage Management domain of the LFCS certification exam.
Storage is a critical component of any system. Linux offers a variety of approaches to storage management, depending on the size and importance of your data. Mastering this topic is key to finding a job in Linux administration—and it's a core component of Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) certification,...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Get started performing operations in the Python programming language in this hands-on, interactive course with coding challenges in CoderPad.
If you’re looking to practice basic operations in Python, this course was designed just for you. Join LinkedIn Learning staff instructor Scott Simpson as he leads you through a series of automated coding challenges hosted by CoderPad, the skills-first, technical assessment platform that lets you write live...
14) Security Tips
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Want to broaden your knowledge of security? Get tips that can help you take steps to protect your information—no technical pedigree required.
Security isn't just a concern for the tech savvy among us. It matters to everyone with a digital footprint. In this course, instructor Scott Simpson shares practical tips that can help anyone broaden their knowledge of security—no technical pedigree required. Scott dives into topics ranging from password...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to configure and manage popular Linux services such as web servers and remote logging, and study for the Service Management portion of the LFCS exam.
LFCS is one of the most popular Linux certifications. This course maps to the portion of the LFCS exam covering services: the super useful and dependable programs that provide system logging, web hosting, and more. Instructor Scott Simpson shows how to manage how services run on Linux, and...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Learn essential user and group management concepts involved in Linux administration, and prepare for the User and Group Management section of the LFCS certification exam.
It's important for aspiring system administrators to have a handle on how to work with users accounts and groups to manage access to information. In this course, learn essential user and group management techniques and concepts involved in Linux administration, using Ubuntu. Instructor...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Study for the networking domain of the Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) exam with objectives such as configuring networks, settings, firewalls, and routing.
Linux Foundation certifications can open new doors for your career and your understanding of Linux. This course prepares you for the networking domain of the Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) exam, which includes objectives such as configuring network...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to create and distribute software packages in Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Fedora, and other distros using the RPM Package Manager.
Distributing software in Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Fedora, and other distros relies on the RPM Package Manager. If you're curious about RPM—and how the packages you use to install software are created—then this course is for you. Join Scott Simpson as he shows system administrators how to create,...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Learn the basics of operating a system running Ubuntu, and prepare for the Operation of Running Systems domain of the LFCS exam.
Demonstrate your understanding of the Linux operating system by earning a Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) certification. In this course, Scott Simpson helps to familiarize you with the basics of operating a system running Ubuntu, and prepares you for the Operation of Running Systems domain of the...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Explore the basics of Linux system maintenance. Learn about system and security logs, troubleshooting the boot process, automating reports with scripting, and more.
It can be tempting to skimp on regular system maintenance once your computer is up and running. That said, it's essential to keep tabs on your machine, and check to see if there are any security problems you should address, and whether your computer is keeping up with its tasks. In this...