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CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)

This CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) training covers how to manage, administer and troubleshoot the operations of a Linux system, server or network. Use this course to prepare for the XK0-005 exam, which is needed to earn the Linux+ certification that validates your skills managing and administering Linux systems and networks.

Updated August 2023

36Skills
243Videos
1Practice Exam
31h 39mTotal
243 videos1 exam

Who This Course Is For

This CompTIA Linux+ training is considered foundational-level Linux training, which means it was designed for junior systems admins. This Linux skills course is designed for junior systems admins with three to five years of experience with Linux.

Course Curriculum

  • Premium skill.Introduction to Linux+55m
  • Premium skill.Understand Linux Fundamentals49m
  • Premium skill.Understand the Linux Boot Process and Hardware48m
  • Premium skill.Understand Package Compilation and Storage Concepts52m
  • Premium skill.Edit Files on Linux Systems53m
  • Premium skill.Compress, Backup and Archive Files50m
  • Premium skill.Understand File and Directory Operations51m
  • Premium skill.Manage and Transfer Files51m
  • Premium skill.Understand Partitions and Monitor Storage52m
  • Premium skill.Create and Mount Filesystems52m
  • Premium skill.Understand Logical Volume Management & LUKS52m
  • Premium skill.Understanding Network Storage and Shares52m
  • Premium skill.Manage and Schedule Services50m
  • Premium skill.Manage Linux Processes57m
  • Premium skill.Manage Network Interfaces51m
  • Premium skill.Understand Name Resolution50m
  • Premium skill.Monitor Networks52m
  • Premium skill.Understand Package Management50m
  • Premium skill.Packages, System Configurations & Localization50m
  • Premium skill.Configure Kernel Options and System Services51m
  • Premium skill.Understand Cryptography and Certificates56m
  • Premium skill.Understand Authentication51m
  • Premium skill.Harden Linux Systems49m
  • Premium skill.Implement Identity Management54m
  • Premium skill.Configure Firewalls49m
  • Premium skill.Configure and Execute Remote Connectivity57m
  • Premium skill.Understand Security-Enhanced Linux & Access Control60m
  • Premium skill.Understand Permissions56m
  • Premium skill.Automate Tasks with Shell Scripts58m
  • Premium skill.Perform Basic Version Control1h 7m
  • Premium skill.Understand Infrastructure As Code Technologies52m
  • Premium skill.Understand Container, Cloud and Orchestration Concepts60m
  • Premium skill.Troubleshoot Network Resource Issues53m
  • Premium skill.Troubleshoot Storage and CPU Issues50m
  • Premium skill.Use Systemd to Resolve Common Problems49m
  • Premium skill.Troubleshoot Device and User Issues51m

Certification

Linux+

The CompTIA Linux+ certification validates the skills of IT professionals to install, configure, and troubleshoot Linux operating systems. This certification is ideal for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in Linux installation,...

Exam XK0-006Level AssociateDifficulty IntermediateCost $390 USD
Linux installation and configurationSystem operation and maintenanceSecurityAutomation and scriptingTroubleshootingUser and group management
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Take a skills-gap assessment to evaluate your team's readiness for the Linux+ certification before starting this course.

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