CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) Course
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£395.00 including VAT
- Course Type Online Course
- Course Duration 25 Hours
- Course Access 12 Months
- Awarded By CompTIA
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Practice Lab Add CompTIA Linux+ Practice Lab (£99.00)
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Exam VoucherAdd CompTIA Linux+ Exam Voucher (£261.60)
- Student Discount Card All students enrolled on this course are eligible to apply for a TOTUM Pro card
In this intermediate Linux skills training, the instructor prepares you for the XK0-005 exam, the one exam you need to pass to earn the CompTIA Linux+ certification.
Discover the world of Linux with our CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) online course. Expertly designed, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to navigate and manage Linux environments with confidence. Whether you’re new to Linux or looking to deepen your expertise, this course offers a structured pathway to mastering essential Linux concepts and commands.
You’ll delve into a variety of modules, covering topics such as user management, security, automation, and modern IT infrastructure practices. From basic tasks to advanced techniques, each module is crafted to enhance your understanding of Linux systems.
Hands-On Learning Experience
Throughout the course, you’ll engage with practical exercises and real-world scenarios, helping you apply what you’ve learned in a tangible way. By the end, you’ll be ready to sit the CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) certification exam, showcasing your proficiency in managing Linux systems and environments.
This course is meticulously aligned with the certification’s objectives, ensuring you gain the skills needed to excel in a Linux-focused career.
Course Objectives
- Understand the Linux design philosophy and execute essential shell commands.
- Manage users and groups, including creating, modifying, and removing accounts.
- Handle file permissions and ownership, and troubleshoot related issues.
- Perform storage management tasks such as partitioning, mounting, and troubleshooting.
- Manage files and directories, including creating, editing, and processing text files.
- Install and configure kernel modules, and monitor their performance.
- Configure the Linux boot process and manage system components.
- Identify and manage Linux devices, ensuring proper configuration and monitoring.
- Understand networking fundamentals and configure essential network services.
- Manage software packages using various package managers and resolve dependency issues.
- Implement cybersecurity best practices to secure Linux systems.
- Write and execute Bash scripts to automate tasks effectively.
- Prepare for Linux installations and gain insights into modern IT infrastructure concepts.
Training Features
- 12 Months Unlimted Access
- CompTIA Linux+ Online Course.
- Online video tutorials created by expert instructors.
- Downloadable workbooks.
- Flashcard and educational games.
- MTA Course completion certificate.
*To include exam voucher or a practice lab in your order, simply select the option to 'Add CompTIA Linux+ Exam Vouchers' or 'Add CompTIA Linux+ Practice Lab' above.
Why Should I Get Linux+ Certified?
The CompTIA Linux+ Certification is the industry-standard credential for IT professionals seeking to master Linux system administration. This globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification is highly valued as a key step toward a successful career in IT infrastructure and open-source technology.
With Linux powering critical systems in businesses worldwide, demand for skilled Linux professionals is skyrocketing. Linux+ equips you with the knowledge to configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux systems, making it the ideal certification for both newcomers and experienced IT specialists.
What Can You Achieve?
Once certified, you’ll qualify for roles such as Linux Systems Administrator, Technical Support Specialist, and Network Engineer, with professionals in the UK earning competitive salaries that reflect their expertise. Moreover, Linux+ certification provides a foundation for further specialization in areas like cloud computing, DevOps, and cybersecurity.
Achieving Linux+ certification demonstrates your proficiency in one of the most versatile and powerful operating systems in the world, opening the door to endless career opportunities in IT.
Join us today and take the first step towards becoming a Linux expert.
Recommended Experience
12 months of hands-on experience working with Linux servers. CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ recommended.
Why train with us?
We're an authorized CompTIA Training Partner, offering:
- Bite-sized, self-paced course content for easy learning.
- Step-by-step tutorial videos to prepare you for certification exams.
- Access to courses on Mobile, Tablet, or Desktop.
- State-of-the-art e-learning platform for a user-friendly experience.
- Eligibility to apply for a TOTUM Pro Card.
- Exceptional student support throughout your learning journey. Plus, our training comes with a 14 day money-back guarantee for your peace of mind.
Bulk discounts
Bulk discounts are available on purchases of 10 or more courses.
If you wish to discuss a large individual order for this course, and/or would like to be invoiced in advance, please call our sales team on 0808 175 1269 to make an enquiry.
This training is considered administrator-level Linux training, which means it was designed for systems administrators. This course is designed for systems administrators with three to five years of experience with open-source platforms.
New or aspiring systems administrators. Server administration for Linux servers is a core skillset for a system administrator, and this training will help ensure there's no element of it that you don’t understand. For system administrators who are relatively new to the field, this training will ensure you’re thoroughly educated in proper administration so you can take and pass the XK0-005 exam and earn the CompTIA Linux+ certification.
Experienced systems administrators. For systems administrators who’ve been in the field for a while, the Linux+ certification from CompTIA is one of the best ways to demonstrate your high level of competence in administering Linux-based networks. This training provides a substantial part of the information about server administration that gets tested on the XK0-004 exams for the Linux+ certification.
By choosing online learning instead of a classroom based course, it eliminates the need for time away from work, saving you valuable time and money. It is ideal for those with tight schedules as our online courses give you 12 months unlimited access to all the course materials, so you can study at a pace that suits you. Allowing you to easily resume your studies whenever you have the time. All you need is internet connection to study, so you can study from the comfort of your home or any environment that suits you.
To earn your official CompTIA Linux+ certification from CompTIA, you will need to study the CompTIA Linux+ training course and pass the compulsory (XK0-005) exam.
To help you prepare for your exam, we provide a mock exam at the end of your course with over 100 multiple choice questions to ensure you’re fully prepared for the real thing. Once you’ve passed with at least 90%, you’ll be ready to book your exam as a private candidate. To make life easier, we can help you find an appropriate exam centre and give you all the information you need to secure your place.
Exam Code:
- CompTIA XK0-005
Exam fees aren’t included in the course price. To find the latest exam prices, visit:
Once you’re fully prepared and ready to sit your exam, all you’ll have to do is purchase your exam voucher and sit your exam either online or at a test centre near you. Online testing offers you the ease and convenience to test for your certification from any quiet, distraction-free and secure location at any time. For more testing options, please visit CompTIA Testing Options
For in-person testing, you can use the Pearson Vue Test Locator to find test centre locations near you.
Got a question about exams? Contact our course advisors by email or by phone on 0808 175 1269. We're happy to help!
Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.
For the best viewing experience on our state-of-the-art eLearning platform we recommend an internet connection of 10Mbps or better. Please also use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox as your browser with Adobe Flash Player.
We've put together a list of relevant job titles you can apply for after achieving your CompTIA: Linux+ certification (note that some careers may require further study, training and/or work experience):
- Junior Linux Systems Administrator
- Junior Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Linux Database Administrator
In these roles, the average salary you can earn is £37,500.00 per year (source: itjobswatch.co.uk, UK Only).
IT Jobs Watch provides a unique perspective on today's information technology job market. Their aim is to present a concise and accurate map of the prevailing UK IT job market conditions.
Career Advice
Once you have achieved your certification, you'll have full access to our recruitment package for a wide range of information and advice - including:
- How to put together a killer CV, Covering Letters and Thank You emails.
- How to gain relevant work experience.
- How to prepare for interviews.
- How to understand Job adverts.
- How to choose the right recruitment agency.
- How to look for work on LinkedIn.
- Information on dealing with redundancy.
Our careers advice section is available for you to see now. For more information about our career advice services, contact us on 0808 175 1269 to speak with one of our friendly course advisors today.
Career Development
Getting a CompTIA certification will always help you stand out from the crowd, now and in the future - whether you're just starting out, developing your career, or changing direction entirely.
Research by e-Skills UK has shown that IT and telecommunications now employs 1 in 20 of the UK workforce. It also suggests the digital sector will need nearly 300,000 new recruits by 2020 to meet the demand for skills in this area.
Module 1: Performing Basic Linux Tasks
- 1 Introduction to Linux XK0-005
- 2 Instructor Introduction
- 3 Course Introduction
- 4 Identify the Linux Design Philosophy
- 5 Enter Shell Commands
- 6 Shell Commands Activity
- 7 Get Help with Linux
Module 2: Managing Users and Groups
- 1 Assume Superuser Privileges
- 2 Create, Modify, and Delete Users
- 3 Create, Modify, and Delete Groups
- 4 Query Users and Groups
- 5 Configure Account Profiles
Module 3: Managing Permissions and Ownership
- 1 Modify File and Directory Permissions
- 2 Modify File and Directory Ownership
- 3 Configure Special Permissions and Attributes
- 4 Troubleshoot Permissions Issues
Module 4: Managing Storage
- 1 Create Partitions
- 2 Manage Logical Volumes
- 3 Mount File Systems
- 4 Manage File Systems
- 5 Navigate the Linux Directory Structure
- 6 Troubleshoot Storage Issues
- 7 Container Storage Management
- 8 Advanced Data Management and Security for Containers
Module 5: Managing Files and Directories
- 1 Create and Edit Text Files
- 2 Search for Files
- 3 Perform Operations on Files and Directories
- 4 Process Text Files
- 5 Manipulate File Output
Module 6: Managing Kernel Modules
- 1 Explore the Linux Kernel
- 2 Install and Configure Kernel Modules
- 3 Monitor Kernel Modules
Module 7: Managing the Linux Boot Process
- 1 Configure Linux Boot Components
- 2 Configure GRUB
Module 8: Managing System Components
- 1 Configure Localization Options
- 2 Configure GUIs
- 3 Manage Services
- 4 Troubleshoot Process Issues
- 5 Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues
- 6 - Troubleshooting With systemd
Module 9: Managing Devices
- 1 Identify the Types of Linux Devices
- 2 Configure Devices
- 3 Monitor Devices
- 4 Troubleshoot Hardware Issues
Module 10: Managing Networking
- 1 Identify TCP-IP Fundamentals
- 2 Identify Linux Server Roles
- 3 Connect to a Network
- 4 Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services
- 5 Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
- 6 Troubleshoot Networking Issues
Module 11: Managing Packages and Software
- 1 Identify Package Managers
- 2 Manage RPM Packages with YUM
- 3 Manage Debian Packages with APT
- 4 Configure Repositories
- 5 Acquire Software
- 6 Build Software from Source Code
- 7 Troubleshoot Software Dependency Issues
Module 12: Securing Linux Systems
- 1 Implement Cybersecurity Best Practices
- 2 Implement Identity and Access Management Methods
- 3 Configure SELinux or AppArmor
- 4 Configure Firewalls
- 5 Implement Logging Services
- 6 Back Up, Restore, and Verify Data
- 7 NFTables - Setting Up Advanced Firewalls
Module 13: Working with Bash Scripts
- 1 Customize the Bash Shell Environment
- 2 Identify Scripting and Programming Fundamentals
- 3 Write and Execute a Simple Bash Script
- 4 Incorporate Control Statements in Bash Scripts
Module 14: Automating Tasks
- 1 Schedule Jobs
- 2 Implement Version Control Using Git
- 3 Identify Orchestration Concepts
Module 15: Installing Linux
- 1 Prepare for Linux Installation
- 2 Perform the Installation
Module 16 - Working With Modern IT Infrastruture
- 1 - Infrastruture As Code (IAC)
- 2 - Containers, Cloud, and Orchestration Concepts
- 3 - Container Management
- 4 - Container and Cloud Networking Basics
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To help you prepare for your exam, we provide a mock exam at the end of your course with over 100 multiple choice questions to ensure you’re fully prepared for the real thing. Our mock exams offer tailored practice that mirrors the format, difficulty, and content of your certification test. Practice makes perfect, and with our extensive question bank, you can hone your skills, improve time management, and boost your confidence.
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