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CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA / XK0-006Build the skills for your next mission.
CompTIA Linux+ validates the competencies required of an early career system administrator supporting Linux systems.
Course objectives
Build practical skills across the key domains covered in CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-006).
System ManagementSummarize Linux fundamentals
- Summarize Linux fundamentals
- Given a scenario, manage files and directories
- Given a scenario, configure and manage storage using the appropriate tools
- Given a scenario, configure and use the appropriate processes and services
- Given a scenario, use the appropriate networking tools or configuration files
- Given a scenario, build and install software
- Given a scenario, manage software configurations
SecuritySummarize the purpose and use of security best practices in a Linux environment
- Summarize the purpose and use of security best practices in a Linux environment
- Given a scenario, implement identity management
- Given a scenario, implement and configure firewalls
- Given a scenario, configure and execute remote connectivity for system management
- Given a scenario, apply the appropriate access controls
Scripting, Containers, and AutomationGiven a scenario, create simple shell scripts to automate common tasks
- Given a scenario, create simple shell scripts to automate common tasks
- Given a scenario, perform basic container operations
- Given a scenario, perform basic version control using Git
- Summarize common infrastructure as code technologies
- Summarize container, cloud, and orchestration concepts
TroubleshootingGiven a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot storage issues
- Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot storage issues
- Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot network resource issues
- Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot central processing unit (CPU) and memory issues
- Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot user access and file permissions
- Given a scenario, use systemd to diagnose and resolve common problems with a Linux system
Find your DoD 8140 pathway
Explore how this training may align to DoD 8140 work roles and proficiency levels.
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About this course
CompTIA Linux+ validates the competencies required of an early career system administrator supporting Linux systems. It covers system configuration, management, and troubleshooting.
Training alone does not establish DoD 8140 qualification. Confirm position-specific requirements with your organization.