Linux Engineer
The CompTIA Linux+ Certification validates your foundational knowledge in all major distributions of Linux and is the gateway certification towards more advanced Linux certifications. It builds upon foundational knowledge and helps you further tighten your Linux operating system, installation, maintenance, security, troubleshooting and automation skills. Linux is at the core of many operating systems used …
The CompTIA Linux+ Certification validates your foundational knowledge in all major distributions of Linux and is the gateway certification towards more advanced Linux certifications. It builds upon foundational knowledge and helps you further tighten your Linux operating system, installation, maintenance, security, troubleshooting and automation skills.
Linux is at the core of many operating systems used in computers, servers, in the cloud, cybersecurity, web administration applications, mobile and embedded devices. This certification is particularly valuable for existing IT professionals who wish to become Linux administrators.
With more and more enterprise organizations adopting Linux as the operating system of choice, the job prospects for individuals holding CompTIA Linux certifications are high. This certification brings weight to your resume and can put you ahead of others interviewing.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Take the first steps to become a Linux expert.
- Validate your ability to deploy, troubleshoot, and manage Linux-based systems and execute common operations on the Linux command line.
- Prove your ability to configure and administer, users, user groups, files and directories.
- Confirm your understanding of kernel modules, storage, virtualization, system components, device management, cloud concepts and networking as it relates to Linux-based systems.
- Demonstrate your ability to secure Linux environments, perform scripting and automation.
- Learn to perform common tasks in major distributions of Linux while laying the foundation required before taking on more specialized vendor-specific Linux certifications.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) is pertinent to:
- System and network engineers who wish to add Linux expertise to their skillset.
- Entry to mid-level IT professionals taking the first steps towards specialization in Linux.
- Junior Linux, systems, and network administrators, as well as Linux database and web administrators.
PREREQUISITES
Before starting your journey to become CompTIA Linux+ certified, we recommend that you meet the following prerequisites:
Prior to starting Linux+ exam preparation:
- CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certification.
Prior to taking the CompTIA Linux+ exam:
- Completion of our CompTIA Linux+ training program.
- At least 12 months of Linux admin hands-on experience in the lab or field.
- Thorough understanding of all topics detailed in the exam objectives.
EXAM DETAILS
| Exam version: | XK0-005 |
|---|---|
| Release date: | April 2, 2019 |
| Retirement date: | Undetermined |
| Number of exam questions: | Maximum of 90 |
| Type of questions: | Multiple choice questions (single response), multiple response and fill-in-the-blank |
| Length of test: | 90 Minutes |
| Passing score: | 750 (on a scale of 900) |
