Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course
The Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course is a 5-day professional training programme delivered in-person or online in ICT-Information & Communication Technology, ending with a TrustGate Corporate Skills certificate of completion.
This programme equips IT professionals with the skills required to install, configure, administer, secure and maintain Windows Server and Linux environments. It addresses server deployment, user and group management, directory services, file permissions, network services, stor...
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
- Install and configure Windows Server and Linux systems.
- Manage user accounts, groups, permissions and authentication.
- Configure essential server and network services.
- Apply system updates, security hardening and access controls.
- Implement backup, recovery and system monitoring procedures.
- Troubleshoot common server and operating system problems.
- Use basic scripting and automation for routine administration
Course Content
- Server roles, architecture and enterprise computing environments.
- Windows Server and Linux distributions and use cases.
- Server hardware, virtual machines and installation planning.
- Installation procedures, initial configuration and system validation.
- Windows Server deployment options and initial configuration.
- Server roles, features and administrative tools.
- Hostname, IP addressing, DNS and basic network configuration.
- Server Manager, PowerShell fundamentals and remote administration.
- Linux distributions, file systems and system architecture.
- Command-line navigation, file operations and text processing.
- Package management, repositories and software installation.
- Process management, system services and system fundamentals.
- User accounts, groups and administrative privileges.
- Active Directory Domain Services fundamentals.
- Linux users, groups, ownership and file permissions.
- Authentication, password policies and least-privilege access.
- Domain controllers, domains and organizational units.
- Group Policy concepts and centralized administration.
- DNS, DHCP and name-resolution management.
- File sharing, printing services and network resource administration.
- Disk initialization, partitioning and volume management.
- Windows storage management and file system permissions.
- Linux file systems, mounts and disk utilization.
- Storage monitoring, quotas and capacity planning.
- Server hardening and secure configuration baselines.
- Operating system updates, patches and vulnerability remediation.
- Firewalls, remote access security and administrative controls.
- Security logs, audit trails and incident response fundamentals.
- Backup types, schedules and retention policies.
- Windows and Linux backup tools and procedures.
- Recovery testing, system restoration and data integrity.
- Disaster recovery planning and service continuity.
- CPU, memory, storage and network performance monitoring.
- Event logs, system logs and diagnostic techniques.
- PowerShell and Bash scripting fundamentals.
- Scheduled tasks, routine automation and configuration documentation.
- Deploying a Windows Server and Linux laboratory environment.
- Configuring users, permissions, network services and shared resources.
- Applying security controls, updates and backup procedures.
- Troubleshooting simulated failures and presenting an administration report
Who Should Attend?
- Systems administrators and server technicians.
- ICT officers in public and private organizations.
- IT infrastructure and technical support teams.
- Network administrators managing server environments.
- Data centre support personnel.
- Junior systems engineers.
- IT graduates seeking server administration skills.
- Professionals responsible for maintaining enterprise operating systems.
Training Methodology
- Instructor-led technical sessions.
- Windows Server and Linux laboratory exercises.
- Virtual machine installation and configuration.
- Command-line and basic scripting practice.
- User and permission management scenarios.
- Server troubleshooting and recovery simulations.
- Practical assessment in a simulated enterprise environment.
Is this course for you?
Level: Intermediate
Problems this course solves
- Poor server administration: Establishes systematic server configuration, maintenance and documentation practices.
- Unauthorized access: Strengthens account management, permissions and authentication controls.
- Server downtime and data loss: Improves monitoring, backup, recovery and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Security vulnerabilities and repetitive manual work: Introduces patch management, system hardening and basic automation.
This course is NOT designed for
- Board Members & Senior Executives
What's Included
Certification
Certificate in Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux
Issued by: TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course training?
The Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course runs for 5 Days. Each day combines expert-led teaching with practical, hands-on exercises so participants can apply what they learn immediately.
Is the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course delivered online or in-person?
This course is delivered in person (scheduled venues include Nairobi, Mombasa, Kigali, Arusha), live online, or in-house at your organisation.
How much does the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course cost?
The fee is US$600 per person online and US$1,400 per person in person. In-person fees depend on the participant's country; the pricing card on this page shows the fee for yours.
When is the next Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course training?
A session is running now, from 2 November 2026 to 6 November 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The next one runs from 9 November 2026 to 13 November 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. You can also request a custom date or an in-house session for your team.
Do I get a certificate after completing the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course?
Yes. Participants who complete the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS.
What will I learn in the Systems Administration: Windows Server and Linux Training Course?
Key learning outcomes include: Install and configure Windows Server and Linux systems; Manage user accounts, groups, permissions and authentication; Configure essential server and network services; Apply system updates, security hardening and access controls; Implement backup, recovery and system monitoring procedures.
