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CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) Specialization
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CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) Specialization

Master Linux Administration and Automation. Learn Linux installation, automation, troubleshooting, and security to prepare for the CompTIA Linux+ certification.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

(18 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Install, configure, and manage Linux distributions like RHEL and Ubuntu

  • Automate system tasks with shell scripting and container orchestration tools

  • Troubleshoot Linux performance, storage, and networking issues effectively

  • Secure Linux systems with SELinux, firewalls, and advanced authentication methods

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17 practice exercises

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Install and configure Linux distributions like Ubuntu and RHEL.

  • Master the Linux command line and core file system operations.

  • Manage software installation using APT, DNF, and sandboxed environments.

  • Locate, search, and archive files efficiently using tools like grep and vi.

Skills you'll gain

Linux Commands, File Management, Ubuntu, Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, Virtual Environment, Software Installation, Development Environment, and Linux Administration

What you'll learn

  • Configure and manage Linux user accounts, groups, and file permissions

  • Troubleshoot system performance and optimize disk storage using advanced tools

  • Manage Linux storage systems, partitions, file systems, and logical volumes

  • Automate tasks with shell scripting using loops, conditionals, and redirection

Skills you'll gain

Shell Script, Linux Administration, Scripting Languages, File Systems, Systems Administration, User Accounts, File Management, Scripting, Linux, Operating System Administration, System Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Performance Tuning, Data Storage, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, and Dataflow

What you'll learn

  • Automate container and host management using Docker, Kubernetes, and Ansible

  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux networking using advanced tools

  • Enhance Linux system security with SELinux, AppArmor, firewalls, and SSL/TLS

  • Manage boot processes, kernel modules, and secure authentication systems

Skills you'll gain

Encryption, Firewall, Multi-Factor Authentication, Linux, Linux Administration, Remote Access Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Ansible, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Authentications, Containerization, Network Security, Linux Servers, Network Administration, Web Servers, Security Controls, System Configuration, and Network Protocols

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