Docker LabBeginner2 hours
Linux Server Setup & Hardening
Provision an Ubuntu server, configure SSH key authentication, set up firewall rules, and harden the system for production use.
Part of Cloud DevOps Engineering (Week 1)
What You'll Build
A fully hardened Ubuntu server running in a Docker container with SSH key-only access, firewall rules, and automatic security updates configured.
Tools Used
UbuntuSSHUFWsystemd
Skills Practiced
Linux administrationSSH hardeningFirewall configuration
Prerequisites
- Basic command-line familiarity
Why This Matters in Real Jobs
Every cloud engineer needs to secure servers from day one. Misconfigured SSH and open firewall ports are the top causes of cloud breaches. This lab teaches the exact checklist used in production environments.
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