This instructor-led course will prepare students for the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam. It provides a comprehensive look at everyday tasks performed by system administrators. This includes installing and managing Linux systems from the command line and the GUI, user administration, file permissions, customization, software configuration, managing Linux-based clients, troubleshooting, and much more. In addition, expanded coverage of networking and security is covered, which is in step with the CompTIA exam objectives.
 
CompTIA’s Linux+ certification will give you the core skills and knowledge to work with this open-source operating system.  CompTIA Linux+ certification is a vendor-neutral certification that verifies the basic competence of individuals to work with and maintain Linux installations.
 
There are no prerequisites for this course. It is intended for IT professionals who specialize in the Linux+ platform. Oracle and Novell recognize CompTIA’s Linux+ certification in certain tracks.
 
Linux+ Course Curriculum:
Installation
Using Linux
File and Directory Management
System Administration
Application Management
System Configuration
Process and Module Management
System Maintenance
Networking
File Sharing and Printing
Interoperability
Security
Web Environment
FTP and Email Services
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
 
Why get Linux+ certified?
 
According to research performed by the Linux Foundation, “Nearly all hiring managers are looking to recruit Linux professionals in the next six months” and “hiring managers saying they’re more likely to hire a candidate with Linux certification.”  The demand for Linux professionals increases every year. As the study explains, the rise of open cloud platforms increases the need for Linux professionals in various positions and companies. Earning the certification says you can study or memorize enough technical info to pass a test. It also tells you to consume much new information and commands and understand the Linux filesystem hierarchy, networking, and other Linux topics. Finally, you developed a decent enough grasp of the material to pass.  This will, at the very least, open many doors for you.
 
Course Components:
Instructor-Led Linux+ Training Course
Linux + Guide to Linux Certification
Linux Bible
Linux+ Study Guide