SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Security (N3075) Self Study Kit

Course Overview
This course focuses on various security-related aspects of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 from a system administrator’s perspective. Topics covered include, cryptography, aspects for consideration when developing a security policy, as well as the configuration of Novell AppArmor, packet filters, application level gateways, and VPNs using IPSec.

Students will gain hands-on experience on how to administer SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 on a broad range of topics from host security and network security to Novell AppArmor, packet filters, and VPNs.

During this course, you will learn how to complete the following tasks:
Configure Novell AppArmor
Create a Certificate Authority and certificates
Set up a packet filter, an application level gateway, and a VPN gateway

Audience
This course is designed for experienced Linux system administrators who are familiar with networking services running on Linux, and who want to improve their skills in planning, designing and managing a secure SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 environment. It is also ideal for those students seeking the Novell Certified Linux Engineer 10 certification. If you are seeking the Novell Certified Linux Engineer qualification, you are required to complete the Novell Certified Linux Professional 10 certification first.

Prerequisites
A detailed understanding of the network protocols is essential for the design and configuration of firewalls
Additionally, the information found in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10: Networking Services (Course 3074) is key to be able to perform effective security tasks.

Course Outline
This course covers a broad range of topics, some of which are listed below: