Basic Linux commands: In this assignment, I began to dip my toes into the Linux command line. I learned things like how to find the IP of a Linux machine, display my current directory, change directories within the terminal, and finally, how to create new files and directories.

CYSE 270 Group and User Management: In the assignment here, I learned the following:

Understand the Concept of Linux Groups
▪ Grasp the foundational ideas behind Linux groups
▪ Recognize their role in system administration
• Manage Group Accounts
▪ Key Actions: Learn how to create, modify, and delete group accounts effectively
• Understand User Private Groups (UPGs)
▪ The role and importance of UPGs in enhancing security within Linux systems
▪ Learn to Create Group Administrators
▪ Establish group administrators, ensuring proper management

Understanding Linux User Accounts:
▪ Basic concept of Linux user accounts
▪ Network-based user accounts
• Managing User Accounts:
▪ Create, modify, and delete user accounts
• Gaining Privileged Access:
▪ Using su and sudo for system access
• Restricting User Accounts:
▪ Restrict user accounts using Pluggable Authentication Modules (PAM)

CYSE 270 Password cracking: In this assignment, I gained an Understanding of password security, an Understanding of types of password attacks, and an understanding of how to thwart hackers with a strong password