The regional workshop covers the use of Linux for network servers in broadcasting stations. The organizers of this course, AIBD and Deutsche Welle, are using Linux for their mission critical servers, too.
This course will be conducted in collaboration with DW-AKADEMIE from 3-21 November 2008 in Kuala Lumpur.

Linux is a meta project, which was born around 1991. Although it condensed around one, Linux is not an operating system kernel. It is a movement with an open spirit - open even to proprietary systems, for the sake of competition. That makes it attractive even for broadcasters.

The popularity of Linux is steadily growing. Especially as server solution Linux is a "hot technology," based on the most important considerations in selecting a server platform. These include initial cost outlay, maintenance, and factors related to performance such as reliability, availability, scalability and security.

This course is designed for network administrators of radio and television stations. Administrative knowledge of TCP/IP and client-server networks is mandatory. The practical work experience of the participants must include planning, installation, administration and/or maintenance of computer network systems. The course is limited to 12 participants.

At the end of the workshop the participants will be able to:

• understand the operating system and network services under Linux,
• install and configure the webserver with Apache,
• install and configure the file- and printserver with Samba,
• service and manage the underlying hardware and software,
• implement Linux as server operating system into the existing Windows/Macintosh environment,
• administer the Linux system to the needs of their radio station.

The course contents are :
- Linux installation, accounts, files and processes,
- Command line versus KDE,
- Networking under Linux, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT,
- Security aspects, Firewall, Port Forwarding,
- E-mail services, SMTP, Pop3 and IMAP server,
- HTTP server with Apache, FTP access and Web applications,
- SMB file and printer services with Samba,
- Kernel compilation, System administration, Remote administration

Applications are invited from selected countries only. Last date for receipt of application is 31 July 2008.

Last updated 17.09.08 23:41 by Das, Project Reference R-137-MY-08

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