Transition to Oracle Solaris 11 Course Overview

To ensure that you can successfully undertake training in the Transition to Oracle Solaris 11 course, the following prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of the UNIX/Linux operating system concepts and administration. This includes familiarity with the command line interface, file system structure, and basic system administration tasks.
• Experience with Oracle Solaris 10 or earlier versions is highly advantageous, as this course deals with transitioning to Oracle Solaris 11.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including an understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, and basic network configuration.
• Familiarity with virtualization concepts, particularly relating to zones in Solaris, as the course covers administering Oracle Solaris 10 zones on Oracle Solaris 11.
• Awareness of basic storage concepts such as file systems, disk partitioning, and volume management. Prior experience with ZFS would be beneficial.
• An understanding of system security principles, including user authentication, file permissions, and basic system hardening techniques.

These prerequisites are designed to provide you with the foundation needed to grasp the concepts taught in the Transition to Oracle Solaris 11 course effectively. They are not meant to discourage you but to ensure you have a rewarding learning experience. If you feel you may need to brush up on any of the areas mentioned, Koenig Solutions offers foundational courses that can prepare you for this advanced training.

Target Audience for Transition to Oracle Solaris 11

The Transition to Oracle Solaris 11 course is tailored for IT professionals upgrading from Solaris 10 to the enhanced Solaris 11.

• System Administrators managing Oracle Solaris environments
• Technical Consultants responsible for implementing and maintaining Oracle Solaris systems
• IT Support Engineers providing backend support for Oracle Solaris infrastructure
• Data Center Staff involved in server management and maintenance with a focus on Oracle Solaris
• Network Administrators who manage network-centric features of Oracle Solaris
• Storage Administrators dealing with ZFS and other storage solutions within Oracle Solaris
• Security Specialists interested in the new security features of Oracle Solaris 11
• Technical Managers overseeing teams that use or will migrate to Oracle Solaris 11
• Database Administrators who manage databases on Oracle Solaris environments
• DevOps Engineers involved in environments based on Oracle Solaris
• Architects planning the transition or design of systems utilizing Oracle Solaris 11

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Transition to Oracle Solaris 11?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

The Transition to Oracle Solaris 11 course provides comprehensive training on the latest features and enhancements, equipping participants with the skills needed for efficient system transition, management, and security.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the key features and enhancements introduced in Oracle Solaris 11.
• Plan effectively for the transition from Solaris 10 to Oracle Solaris 11, considering system requirements and compatibility.
• Master the installation of Oracle Solaris 11 using both the interactive and automated installers.
• Create and manage an IPS repository for streamlined software package management.
• Administer Oracle Solaris Zones, including configuration and migration from Solaris 10 to Solaris 11 environments.
• Implement and manage the advanced network virtualization and resource control features of Solaris 11.
• Apply the new storage enhancements, such as ZFS deduplication, snapshot differences, and split functionality.
• Configure and administer iSCSI storage devices using COMSTAR in Oracle Solaris 11.
• Enhance system security through new features, including data encryption and integrity checks with BART.
• Generate customized BART reports for effective auditing and compliance tracking.