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CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 Certification Training

This exam prep IT course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment by using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. This online course will teach you critical skills needed and objectives covered in the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.

With internship

$774

$1299

or

Without internship

$179

$599

this course includes

24 Training Hours

68 On-demand Videos

Closed Captions

15 Topics

101 Prep Questions

Certificate of Completion

What you’ll
learn

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Linux System Administrator

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Linux Network Administrator

03

Linux Support Technician

04

DevOps Engineer

05

Linux Security Specialist

06

Linux Systems Engineer)

Ace your CompTIA Linux+ Certification

CompTIA Linux+ has rapidly become a preferred choice for IT professionals aiming to validate their skills and knowledge in Linux operating systems. Our training provides you with a comprehensive understanding of essential Linux+ concepts, equipping you for the challenges and demands of real-world scenarios.

 

The CompTIA Linux+ certification showcases your commitment and proficiency, proving to potential employers your expertise in this domain. With our tailored course content, which aligns with the CompTIA Linux+ objectives, you’re ensured a seamless preparation journey. Beyond the core concepts, our training dives deep into the practical applications of Linux+, ensuring you’re ready for both the certification exam and the actual industry tasks.

course CURRICULUM

Intro & Performing Basic Linux Tasks

Instructor Introduction
Course Introduction
Identify The Linux Design Philosophy
Enter Shell Commands
Shell Commands Activity
Get Help with Linux

Managing Users and Groups

Assume Superuser and Groups
Create, Modify, and Delete Users
Create, Modify, and Delete Groups
Query Users and Groups
Configure Account Profiles

Managing Permissions and Ownership

Modify File and Directory Permissions
Modify File and Directory Ownership
Configure Special Permissions and Attributes
Troubleshoot Permissions Issues

Managing Storage

Managing Files and Directories

Create and Edit Text Files
Search for Files
Perform Operations on Files and Directories
Process Text Files
Manipulate File Output

Managing Kernel Modules

Explore the Linux Kernel
Install and Configure Kernel Modules
Monitor Kernel Modules

Managing the Linux Boot Process

Configure Linux Boot Components
Configure GRUB

Managing System Components

Configure Localization Options
Configure GUIs
Manage Services
Troubleshoot Process Issues
Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues

Managing Devices

Identify the Types of Linux
Configure Devices
Monitor Devices
Troubleshoot Hardware Issues

Managing Networking

Identify TCP/IP Fundamentals
Identify Linux Server Roles
Connect to a Network
Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services
Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
Troubleshoot Networking Issues

Managing Packages and Software

Securing Linux Systems

Implement Cybersecurity Best Practices
Implement Identity and Access Management Methods
Configure SELinux or AppArmor
Configure Firewalls
Implement Logging Services
Back Up, Restore, and Verify Data

Working with Bash Scripts

Customize the Bash Shell Environment
Identify Scripting and Programming Fundamentals
Write and Execute a Simple Bash Script
Incorporate Control Statements in Bash Scripts

Automating Tasks

Schedule Jobs
Implement Version Control Using Git
Identify Orchestration Concepts

Installing Linux

Prepare for Linux Installation Perform the Installation

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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

What does the CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 course cover?

The course provides knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. It prepares you for the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.

What is the course structure and how many training hours does it involve?

The course consists of 24 training hours, includes 68 videos and covers 15 topics. It also offers 101 practice questions to help you prepare for the certification exam​.

What is the intended audience for this course?

This course is designed for IT professionals whose primary job responsibility is the administrator/developer of servers and other devices running the Linux operating system. Ideally, a student should have at least nine months of hands-on Linux experience and at least one and a half years of IT experience, most of which should be in systems operations and administration.

What is the format of the CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 exam?

The exam consists of up to 90 test questions, which include a combination of multiple-choice, performance-based, and fill-in-the-blank questions. The total time for the exam is 90 minutes, and a passing score is 720 on a scale of 100-900​.

Who is the instructor for this course?

The course is instructed by Frank Schmidt, a Linux Subject Matter Expert with over 35 years of IT experience. He has taught the exam preparation course for the CompTIA Linux+ exam and currently holds the Linux+ certification​.

What topics are covered in the course?

The course modules include performing basic Linux tasks, managing users and groups, permissions and ownership, storage, files and directories, kernel modules, the Linux boot process, system components, devices, networking, packages and software, securing Linux systems, working with Bash scripts, automating tasks, and installing Linux.