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Updating Software on Linux

In this lab, you will install the `yum` security plugin. You will then use various `yum` commands to check for different levels of security updates. You will also update the software on the server. >**Note:** The lab startup page has changed and is different from what you see in the video. Please use the provided credentials from the new lab environment to log in. > *This course is not approved or sponsored by Red Hat.*

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Clock icon Intermediate
Duration
Clock icon 1h 0m
Last updated
Clock icon Aug 30, 2025

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  1. Challenge

    Install the yum Security Plugin

    Install the yum security plugin, and run additional yum update commands.

  2. Challenge

    Use yum update Commands to View Updates by Severity

    Use the yum update and yum updateinfo list commands with different options and to view packages based on their severity level.

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