CompTIA Linux+ (Including Exam)
CompTIA Linux+ covers an evolving job role that focuses more on how Linux powers the cloud. The exam includes cutting edge technologies that help automate and orchestrate business processes, including infrastructure as code and containers
Delivery Method: Self Study via E-Learning Platform
Learning Hours: Approximately 37 hours
Prerequisites: CompTIA recommends the equivalent to twelve months of hands-on experience working with Linux servers.
E-Learning Syllabus
Topics Covered
Lesson 1: Introducing Linux
Lesson 2: Administering Users and Groups
Lesson 3: Configuring Permissions
Lesson 4: Implementing File Management
Lesson 5: Authoring Text Files
Lesson 6: Managing Software
Lesson 7: Administering Storage
Lesson 8: Managing Devices, Processes, Memory, and the Kernel
Lesson 9: Managing Services
Lesson 10: Configuring Network Settings
Lesson 11: Configuring Network Security
Lesson 12: Managing Linux Security
Lesson 13: Implementing Simple Scripts
Lesson 14: Using Infrastructure as Code
Lesson 15: Managing Containers in Linux
Lesson 16: Installing Linux
Labs Included
Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
Assisted Lab: Basic Linux Interaction
Assisted Lab: Manage User Accounts
Assisted Lab: Manage Group Accounts
Assisted Lab: Configure and troubleshoot privilege escalation
Assisted Lab: Configure Standard Permissions
Assisted Lab: Configure Special Permissions
Assisted Lab: Configure ACLs
Assisted Lab: Troubleshoot permissions
APPLIED LAB: Identity and Access Control
Assisted Lab: Manage File Links
Assisted Lab: Use File Management Commands
Assisted Lab: Search for Files
Assisted Lab: Edit Text Files
Assisted Lab: Backup, Restore, and Compress Files
Assisted Lab: Manage RPM Packages
Assisted Lab: Manage DEB Packages
Assisted Lab: Compile a Program
Assisted Lab: Download Files From a Web Server
APPLIED LAB: File and software management
Assisted Lab: Deploy Storage and LVM
Assisted Lab: Manage Processes
Assisted Lab: Manage Services
Assisted Lab: Deploy Services
Assisted Lab: Configure Network Settings
Assisted Lab: Configure Remote Administration
Assisted Lab: Troubleshoot Network Configurations
APPLIED LAB: System Management
Assisted Lab: Configure a Firewall
Assisted Lab: Intercept Network Traffic
Assisted Lab: Harden a Linux System
Assisted Lab: Verify file integrity by using hashes.
Assisted Lab: Configure SELinux
APPLIED LAB: Security
Assisted Lab: Manage Scripts
Assisted Lab: Configure a System with Ansible
Assisted Lab: Manage Version Control with Git
Assisted Lab: Deploy Docker Containers Assisted Lab: Manage GRUB2
Exam Details
Exam Voucher
You will receive an exam voucher to undertake the Linux+ (XK0-005) exam with Pearson Vue. The exam can be taken online or by registering to attend your nearest Pearson Vue testing centre (details available when booking with Pearson Vue)
CertMaster revision and test preparation
To prepare for your examination you will be provided access to the CompTia CertMaster platform which allows you to practice exam style questions and performance tasks and will provide insights into areas for review, revision and practice.
Exam
The exam is a combination of multiple choice and performance task based questions
A maximum of 90 questions to complete in 90 minutes
Pass mark is 720 out of a possible 900 marks