Junior Level LPIC-1 Exam 102: Linux Encryption

Overview/Description
An important part of a Linux security strategy is to secure data at rest and in transit using encryption. This course covers the use of SSH, port tunnels (including X11 tunnels) and GnuPG. This course is part of a series that prepares the learner for CompTIA Linux+ exam LX0-102 and Linux Professional Institute (LPI) LPIC-1 Junior Level Administrator exam 102.

Target Audience
Administrators who are rolling out and supporting Linux in the enterprise; individuals seeking internationally recognized, distribution-neutral Linux certification.

Prerequisites
n/a

Expected Duration (hours)
1.0

Lesson Objectives

Junior Level LPIC-1 Exam 102: Linux Encryption

describe the characteristics of Secure Shell

recognize the characteristics of the /etc/ssh/ssh_config file

run an SSH session

configure port tunneling

export and import keys

encrypt files using GnuPG

decrypt files using GnuPG

use Linux's encryption features to secure data