linux-server-deployment-lab.md

Linux Server Deployment Lab

Objective

Install and prepare a Linux server for administration and future services.

Skills Demonstrated

• Linux installation
• User administration
• Updates
• Network configuration
• Service status
• Log review

Equipment or Systems

• Physical server or VM
• Linux installation image
• Network connectivity
• Administrative workstation

Safety and Preparation

• Use a non-root administrative account
• Do not publish passwords or private keys
• Apply updates
• Avoid exposing services directly to the internet

Procedure

1. Install the selected Linux distribution.
2. Create an administrative user.
3. Set hostname and time zone.
4. Apply updates.
5. Review storage.
6. Review IP configuration.
7. Test gateway and DNS.
8. Check failed services.
9. Review system logs.
10. Document the final state.

Validation

• System boots
• Administrative user works
• Updates complete
• Storage is visible
• Network works
• No unexplained failed services

Evidence to Add

• Sanitized system summary
• IP configuration
• Storage view
• Update result
• Service-status output

Findings

Confirmed

• Add results from the completed lab.

Problems Encountered

• Add the actual problem, if any.

Resolution

• Add the verified resolution.

Lessons Learned

• Add observations supported by the completed lab.

Portfolio Statement

This is an independent home-lab exercise. Replace placeholders with actual results before marking the lab as completed.