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dgt_sys04 – NFS and Samba

Module Title: dgt_sys04 – NFS and Samba

Overview:
This comprehensive module is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required for effective administration of network file sharing on Linux systems. It focuses on two major protocols used in file sharing across networks: Network File System NFS and Samba. The module combines theoretical learning with practical exercises, allowing attendees to gain hands-on experience in setting up, configuring, and managing these systems.

module Objectives:
1. Understand the fundamentals of network file sharing and its importance within Linux environments.
2. Explore the architecture, configuration, and deployment of NFS for Unix/Linux based file sharing.
3. Learn about Sambas role in providing Windows interoperability with Linux/Unix systems using SMB/CIFS protocols.
4. Gain practical experience in setting up, securing, and troubleshooting NFS and Samba services.
5. Develop skills to manage user permissions, directories, and shares effectively across different platforms.

Modules:

  1. Introduction to Network File Sharing
  2. Overview of file sharing concepts
  3. Benefits of networked file systems

  4. Understanding the difference between local and remote file access

  5. Network File System NFS

  6. History and development of NFS
  7. Core components and architecture of NFS
  8. Step-by-step guide to installing and configuring NFS on Linux
  9. Managing exports, permissions, and security for NFS shares

  10. Performance tuning and best practices for NFS

  11. Samba Overview

  12. Introduction to Samba and its role in Windows interoperability
  13. Understanding SMB/CIFS protocols

  14. Key features of Samba: domains, workgroups, and authentication methods

  15. Configuring Samba Services

  16. Installing and setting up Samba on Linux systems
  17. Configuring Samba for various use cases e.g., standalone server, domain controller
  18. Setting user permissions and access controls

  19. Integrating with existing Active Directory environments

  20. Security Considerations

  21. Best practices for securing NFS and Samba shares
  22. Implementing firewall rules and SELinux/AppArmor policies
  23. Encrypting data in transit for both protocols

  24. Regular maintenance tasks: updating, logging, monitoring, and auditing

  25. Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization

  26. Common issues faced with NFS and Samba configurations
  27. Tools and techniques for diagnosing problems

  28. Methods to enhance the performance of file-sharing services

  29. Practical Lab Sessions

  30. Hands-on labs allowing participants to configure and manage both NFS and Samba setups.
  31. Scenario-based exercises simulating real-world network environments.

Target Audience:
This module is ideal for system administrators, IT professionals, and network engineers who are responsible for managing Linux systems or require interoperability between Unix/Linux and Windows networks. Participants should have a basic understanding of Linux command-line operations and networking concepts to maximize their learning experience.

By the end of this module, participants will be well-prepared to implement and manage efficient and secure file-sharing solutions across diverse network environments using NFS and Samba.
The students can push their exercises to the Academy DevOps & SRE GIT project. For this module, create a folder with your username as its name in the following subfolder: https://github.com/Garanti-Del-Talento/gdt_academy