Linux Server Setup and Configuration This project milestone is a practical journey into the world of Linux, aiming to give you hands-on experience in setting up and configuring a Linux server. You'll dive into the essentials of Linux server management, including installation, networking, security, and user management. By the end of this project, you'll have a solid foundation in managing a Linux environment, crucial for any aspiring IT professional. Objective Your mission is to successfully set up and configure a Linux server, focusing on key areas such as installation, networking, security, and user management. This real-world scenario will prepare you for challenges you might face in the IT field, enhancing your problem-solving and server management skills. Key Tasks 1. Linux Distribution Installation: 。 You are encouraged to install a Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu or CentOS) either on a virtual machine or directly on bare metal. For ease of management and convenience, using virtual machines is recommended. • Document the installation process, noting any specific settings or choices made. 2. Network Configuration and SSH Security: • Set up the server's network configurations for proper connectivity. 。 Secure SSH access by implementing best practices, such as changing default ports and using key-based authentication. 3. User Account and Permission Management: 。 Create and manage user accounts, assign them to appropriate groups, and manage their access permissions. 4. Basic Service Installation and Configuration (LAMP Stack): o Install and configure the LAMP stack components: Apache or Nginx, MySQL, and PHP. This will serve as the backbone for hosting applications on your server. 5. Basic Security Measures Implementation: 。 Enhance your server's security by setting up firewalls and configuring fail2ban to protect against unauthorized access. Key Questions for Milestone 1: Linux Server Setup and Configuration Linux Distribution Installation 1. Which Linux distribution did you choose, and why? 2. How did you prepare the installation media for your chosen distribution? 3. Describe any challenges you faced during the installation process and how you overcame them. Network Configuration and SSH Security 4. How did you configure the network settings for your Linux server? 5. What steps did you take to secure SSH access on your server? 6. Can you explain the importance of changing the default SSH port and using key-based authentication? User Account and Permission Management 7. How do you create and manage user accounts in Linux? 8. Describe how you assign file permissions and what each permission means. 9. What is the significance of user groups in Linux, and how did you manage them? Basic Service Installation and Configuration (LAMP Stack) 10. How did you install and configure the Apache or Nginx web server? 11. Describe the process of installing and securing MySQL on your Linux server. 12. How did you install PHP, and what configurations did you find necessary for your setup? Implementation of Basic Security Measures 13. What firewall solution did you implement, and how did you configure it? 14. How does fail2ban enhance server security, and how did you configure it for your server? 15. Describe any additional security measures you took and their importance in maintaining server security. Learning Outcomes • Linux Installation and Configuration: Acquire a deep understanding of the Linux installation process and how to configure a new system. • Linux Server Environment Management: Develop practical skills in networking, security, user management, and service configuration within a Linux environment. Deliverables 1. Project Report: 。 A comprehensive report detailing your installation and configuration process, including challenges faced and their resolutions. The report should be written clearly and concisely, making your project repeatable by readers. This will serve as a valuable resource for your peers, who may use it for comparative analysis or as a guide in their projects. 2. Server Demonstration: 。 A live demonstration of your configured server, showing the operational LAMP stack, user management setups, and implemented security measures. 3. Presentation: 。 Prepare a 20-minute presentation with slides to introduce the concepts you've worked with, the processes you've followed, and the outcomes of your project. This presentation is your chance to share your journey and insights with your classmates. Evaluation Criteria • Installation and Configuration Accuracy: How well you've followed the project instructions and achieved a fully functioning Linux server setup. • Understanding and Application: Your grasp of Linux server management principles as demonstrated through your project work and presentation. • Documentation Quality: The clarity, thoroughness, and organization of your project report, making your project understandable and repeatable by others. • Presentation Skills: Your ability to effectively communicate your project process, findings, and the knowledge you've gained. This project is not just about completing tasks; it's about immersing yourself in the Linux environment and gaining skills that will serve you well in your IT career. We're excited to see what you'll accomplish!/nKey Questions for Milestone 1: Linux Server Setup and Configuration Linux Distribution Installation 1. Which Linux distribution did you choose, and why? 2. How did you prepare the installation media for your chosen distribution? 3. Describe any challenges you faced during the installation process and how you overcame them. Network Configuration and SSH Security 4. How did you configure the network settings for your Linux server? 5. What steps did you take to secure SSH access on your server? 6. Can you explain the importance of changing the default SSH port and using key-based authentication? User Account and Permission Management 7. How do you create and manage user accounts in Linux? 8. Describe how you assign file permissions and what each permission means. 9. What is the significance of user groups in Linux, and how did you manage them? Basic Service Installation and Configuration (LAMP Stack) 10. How did you install and configure the Apache or Nginx web server? 11. Describe the process of installing and securing MySQL on your Linux server. 12. How did you install PHP, and what configurations did you find necessary for your setup?/n13. What firewall solution did you implement, and how did you configure it? 14. How does fail2ban enhance server security, and how did you configure it for your server? 15. Describe any additional security measures you took and their importance in maintaining server security.

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