CompTIA Linux+

Master Linux systems administration with the CompTIA Linux+ course, powered by LPI. Gain certification and foundational skills to excel in IT and boost your career.

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Course overview

CompTIA Linux+

Linux is the central operating system for much of the world’s IT infrastructure and its use across technologies has grown extremely quickly, which has led to a high demand for qualified Linux professionals. With CompTIA’s Linux+ certification, you’ll learn the fundamental skills and knowledge you need to successfully configure, manage, and troubleshoot Linux systems.

The Linux+ certification course covers many features in major distributions of Linux, including the Linux command line, basic maintenance, installing and configuring workstations and networking, making it the perfect course for candidates wanting to pursue an IT career working with Linux.

What you'll learn

Topics
Introduction to Linux & the Command Line
Managing Users & Groups
File Access & Permissions
Disk Partitions & File Systems
Logical Volumes & Filesystem Hierarchy
Using vi/vim to Edit Files
Locating & Manipulating Files
Searching & Manipulating File Contents
Boot Process & Kernel
Graphical User Interfaces
Managing & Configuring Hardware
TCP/IP & Networking
Troubleshooting Network Connections
Installing & Managing Software
Installing Software from Source Code
Security Best Practices
SELinux & AppArmor
Network Firewall & Traffic Filtering
Backup & Restore
Bourne-again Shell & Scripting
Scheduling Tasks
Git Version Control
Installing CentOS
Installing Unbuntu

How you'll be assessed

The CompTIA Linux+ exam consists of 2 x 90-minute exams. Each exam has 90 questions designed to test your knowledge of Linux. You will also be provided with a practice exam and questions. This exam is provided by CompTIA.

Certification

On successfully passing the CompTIA Linux+ exam, you’ll be awarded your certification. This is a digital certificate.

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Course Guide

The key facts about your online training.

Certification

CompTIA Linux+

Study time

30-40 hours

Assessment

2 x 90-minute exams, 90 questions per exam. Also includes practice exam and questions

Resources

Internet access and email

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites

Ideal for

Junior Linux Administrator, Junior Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, Linux Database Administrator or a Web Administrator

Vendor

CompTIA

Student support

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Student support

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Career Services

What's Included

Professional development that works around you.

What's included
On-demand platform access
eBooks, video lessons, and practice exams
Expert support and mentoring
Interactive practice labs
CV and LinkedIn support
Learning People Alumni membership
Award winning StudentCare™ team

Learn the Learning People way

Be in control of your learning journey. Enjoy flexible and self-paced training that fits around your schedule. Learn when and where it suits you.

Our training is regularly updated to align with the latest technologies and trends, so you can be confident that you're equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills.

Learn from the best in the field. Interact with our industry experts, ask your questions, and seek advice. We have the knowledge you need to succeed.

Globally recognised certifications that hold real value in your chosen industry. We’ll create a unique pathway, so you’re equipped with the certifications you need for the job you want.

Why become certified in CompTIA Linux+?

Linus is used by the world’s most-used operating system - Android. So, Linux professionals are in huge demand. Linux is used for everything from supercomputers and web servers to virtualised systems and phones. Earning the globally recognised CompTIA Linux+ certification validates your technical competency in Linux operating systems.

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