CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)

Welcome to the CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) course, your gateway to mastering the Linux operating system. Our comprehensive program equips learners with essential skills for navigating, securing, and administering Linux-based systems.

Throughout this course, we cover an array of Linux essentials, ensuring a robust understanding of this powerful OS. You'll explore diverse topics, from installation and configuration to file management, storage setup, scripting, containerization, networking intricacies, and proficient troubleshooting techniques. The content presented is distribution-agnostic, ensuring applicability across various Linux distributions and fostering adaptability in any Linux environment.

We will dive into the heart of Linux administration, gaining hands-on experience in installing, securing, and efficiently managing Linux systems. Uncover the power of the command-line interface, file, and directory operations, and navigate the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard. Learn to troubleshoot performance issues, configure network settings, and implement robust security measures and alternative authentication methods.

By the end of this course, you will not only be prepared for the CompTIA Linux+ certification but also equipped with practical skills for real-world Linux administration.

To access the supplementary materials, scroll down to the 'Resources' section above the 'Course Outline' and click 'Supplemental Content.' This will either initiate a download or redirect you to GitHub.

What you will learn

• Understand fundamentals, installation, and configuration techniques
• Master navigation, editing, searching, and archiving in Linux
• Manage users, accounts, groups, and file permissions effectively
• Configure adapters, troubleshoot networks and secure remote connections
• Create and execute Bash scripts for task automation in Linux
• Learn partitioning, file system creation, mounting, and logical volume

Audience

This course is ideal for aspiring and current IT professionals, system administrators, and tech enthusiasts eager to deepen their Linux knowledge. A basic understanding of operating systems and familiarity with command-line interfaces are helpful but not mandatory.

About the Authors

ACI Learning: ACI Learning trains leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether starting an IT career, mastering a profession, or developing a team, they provide essential support at every step.

Don Pezet: Don has been working in the IT industry for more than 25 years. He has spent time as a field engineer in the financial and insurance industries supporting networks around the world. He is a co-founder of ITProTV and is currently the CTO of ACI Learning. Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+; CVE, CCNA; CCNP; JNCIA; JNCIS; PMP; HP Master ASE; MCP; MCSE; MCSA; MCTS; MCITP; LPIC-2

Wes Bryan: Wes Bryan embarked on his IT career path in 2009, initially as a mentored learning instructor, and later transitioning into a technical IT instructor. His exceptional teaching skills were recognized with three global teaching awards for 'Global Technical Instructor' during his early teaching years. Wes has made notable contributions as a member of the CIN (CompTIA Instructor Network) Advisory Board and the Board of Directors for CompTIA AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals). Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Cloud+, CySA+; MCSA; MTA; MCTS; MCP; MS; MCT