LPIC-2 represents the second tier within the Linux Professional Institute's (LPI) multi-level professional certification program. This certification acknowledges the candidate's capability to administer mixed networks of small to medium sizes.
To achieve LPIC-2 certification, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
Topic 207: Understand Domain Name Server
207.1 Basic DNS server configuration
207.2 Create and maintain DNS zones
207.3 Securing a DNS server
Topic 208: Learn about HTTP Services
208.1 Basic Apache configuration
208.2 Apache configuration for HTTPS
208.3 Implementing Squid as a caching proxy
208.4 Implementing Nginx as a web server and a reverse proxy
Topic 209: Learn about File Sharing
209.1 Samba Server Configuration
209.2 NFS Server Configuration
Topic 210: Understand Network Client Management
210.1 DHCP configuration
210.2 PAM authentication
210.3 LDAP client usage
210.4 Configuring an OpenLDAP server
Topic 211: Learn about E-Mail Services
211.1 Using e-mail servers
211.2 Managing E-Mail Delivery
211.3 Managing Mailbox Access
Topic 212: Understand System Security
212.1 Configuring a router
212.2 Managing FTP servers
212.3 Secure shell (SSH)
212.4 Security tasks
212.5 OpenVPN