SIT783 - Linux and Open Source Software
Unit details
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| Enrolment modes: | (B, X) |
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| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | S Yu |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 1 hour lecture per week, 1 x 2 hour practical per week |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
In this unit students will learn how to apply Linux and open source software in the creation of network routers and firewalls, file servers, web servers, and other network servers. The unit will examine installation and configuration of the Linux operating system, its kernel, basic Unix commands and administration, software deployment, network configuration, DHCP, DNS, firewall setup, file systems and their configuration, NFS, Samba, printing, Apache, PHP, MySQL, mail services, security, and licensing.Assessment
Two projects (30% each) 60%, examination 40%Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2692 | $3008 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.