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How to Change Linux File Permissions

This How to Change Linux File Permissions training covers how to manage and control what levels of permissions your users have and how to create robust systems of access. This Linux course shows you how to take control of the file permissions on your Linux network so that you can quickly and efficiently assign permissions to the right people for the right tasks and always have the right answer ready when there's any confusion.

Updated June 2022

1Skills
5Videos
54mTotal
5 videos54m

Who This Course Is For

This How to Change Linux File Permissions training is considered foundational-level Linux training, which means it was designed for junior Linux admins. This Linux skills course is designed for junior Linux admins with one year of experience with systems administration.

Skills Your Team Will Gain

  • Managing all aspects of user access and permissions
  • Recognizing why octal notation plays a role in file permissions
  • Understanding the role permissions have in network security

Course Curriculum

  • Premium skill.Manage File Permissions & Ownership54m

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