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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
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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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Specialization - 3 course series

Foundations of Linux

Course 17 hours

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

Category: File System Navigation
Category: Sandbox Environment Management
Category: File Compression and Archiving
Category: Regular Expressions
Category: Linux Installation

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

Category: Shell Scripting and Automation
Category: Disk Partitioning and Mounting
Category: Linux User Administration
Category: File Permissions and ACLs
Category: Performance Troubleshooting

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

Category: SSL/TLS for Web Servers
Category: Network Configuration and Troubleshooting
Category: Firewall Management (iptables/UFW)
Category: Troubleshooting Boot Processes
Category: Docker and Kubernetes

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