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Red Hat Certified System Administrator Track Course (RH199)

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Course Information

Master Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration and maintenance in a fast-track format for experienced Linux professionals. (Testing)

RH199 is an accelerated, hands-on course designed for experienced Linux system administrators who want to quickly master essential Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration and prepare for enterprise production environments. This rapid track consolidates the core skills from System Administration I (RH124) and System Administration II (RH134) into a focused learning experience, enabling professionals to confidently operate, manage, and maintain RHEL systems.

Who Should Attend

  • Linux System Administrators
  • Platform Engineers and DevOps Professionals
  • Developers and IT professionals managing Linux

Prerequisites

  • New to Linux? Start with RH124
  • Linux administration experience recommended
  • Strong familiarity with Linux command-line fundamentals

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Outline of this course

Registering Systems for Red Hat Support

Register a system by using your Red Hat account to get support services and software that Red Hat provides.

Copy, move, create, delete, and organize files from the command line.

Editing Text Files

Create, view, and edit text files from the command line.

Managing Local Users and Groups

Obtain superuser access; create, manage, and delete local users and groups; and administer local password policies.

Controlling Access to Files

Set standard permissions on files and interpret the security effects of different permission settings.

Installing and Updating Software with RPM

Download, install, update, and manage software packages from Red Hat and DNF repositories.

Installing and Updating Applications using Flatpak

Install, upgrade, and use desktop software from the Red Hat Ecosystem Catalog using Flatpak.

Accessing Removable Media

Access file systems on removable media devices by mounting them in the file-system hierarchy.

Monitoring and Managing Linux Processes

Investigate, control, and terminate processes running on a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system.

Controlling Services and Daemons

Control and monitor system services and daemons managed by system.

Managing Network Configuration

Configure network interfaces and settings on Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers.

Scheduling System Tasks

Schedule recurring system programs to support daemons and OS functions.

Analyzing and Storing Logs

Locate and interpret system logs and ensure accurate timestamps for troubleshooting.

Managing Security with SELinux

Protect systems and manage security by using SELinux.

Managing Basic Storage

Create partitions, file systems, and swap spaces from the command line.

Managing Storage with Logical Volume Manager (LVM)

Manage logical volumes that contain file systems and swap spaces.

Controlling and Troubleshooting the Boot Process

Control system boot behavior and troubleshoot boot-time problems.

Recovering Superuser Access

Gain administrative access when the superuser password is unknown or locked.

Accessing Network-attached Storage

Access NFS storage manually or by using the automounter.

Comprehensive Review

Practice all skills learned throughout the RHCSA Rapid Track course.

Course Outcomes

Impact on the organization

Administration, configuration, and rapid deployment of Red Hat Enterprise Linux is the foundation for efficient IT infrastructure. This training provides your team members with a solid foundation in Linux system administration, for improved ability to manage your infrastructure efficiently. It helps system administrators to provide better system reliability, to improve efficient system and storage utilization, and to respond faster and more accurately to system failures.This course will lay the foundation for Linux system administrators to efficiently and securely resolve configuration issues, integrate Red Hat Enterprise Linux with other existing systems, manage user and group administration, and use available storage solutions.The rapid pace can quickly turn a computer professional with basic knowledge of Linux into a fully capable Linux administrator. As a result of attending this course, you should be able to perform essential Linux system administration tasks, including establishing network connectivity, managing physical storage, and executing basic security administration.

Administration, configuration, and rapid deployment of Red Hat Enterprise Linux is the foundation for efficient IT infrastructure. This training provides your team members with a solid foundation in Linux system administration, for improved ability to manage your infrastructure efficiently. It helps system administrators to provide better system reliability, to improve efficient system and storage utilization, and to respond faster and more accurately to system failures.This course will lay the foundation for Linux system administrators to efficiently and securely resolve configuration issues, integrate Red Hat Enterprise Linux with other existing systems, manage user and group administration, and use available storage solutions.The rapid pace can quickly turn a computer professional with basic knowledge of Linux into a fully capable Linux administrator. As a result of attending this course, you should be able to perform essential Linux system administration tasks, including establishing network connectivity, managing physical storage, and executing basic security administration.

You should be able to demonstrate these skills:

  • Manage files from the command line
  • Manage local users and groups
  • Monitor and manage Linux processes
  • Control services, daemons, and the boot process
  • Manage services provided in existing container images
  • Manage tuning profiles for system performance
  • Control access to files with file system permissions
  • Analyze and store log files
  • Configure and secure the OpenSSH service
  • Install and update software packages
  • Manage Linux file systems and volumes
  • Manage Linux networking and firewalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to help you enroll with confidence.

RH199 is an accelerated Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration course that combines RH124 and RH134 into one intensive program. It is designed to quickly prepare professionals for real-world Linux system administration and RHCSA certification.
RH199 is ideal for experienced Linux users, system administrators, and IT professionals who already have basic Linux knowledge. It is best suited for learners looking for fast-track RHCSA preparation.
You will learn core RHEL administration skills including user management, storage, networking, security, system services, and troubleshooting. The course focuses on hands-on, real-world Linux system management.
Learners should have prior Linux experience and be comfortable using the command line. Beginners are recommended to start with Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) before enrolling in RH199.
RH199 directly prepares candidates for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA – EX200) exam. The course covers all exam-relevant objectives through practical, lab-based learning