CompTIA Linux+ 2005 Course

Linux Technology Overview

The CompTIA Linux+2005 certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of individuals with at least six months of practical Linux experience. Professionals who want to certify their technical knowledge in basic installation, operation and troubleshooting for Linux operating systems should consider this certification.

As a CompTIA Linux+ certified individual you will have the knowledge to implement security options on client systems, configure security-related files, and grasp common security practices. In addition, they will have the knowledge necessary to determine installation methods, select appropriate settings, protocols, and software packages. The individual has demonstrated proficiency in everyday management of Linux-based clients and basic management of server systems.

The CompTIA Linux+ exam covers approximately 90 percent of the problems that computer technicians, help desk staff and system administrators routinely encounter today with commercial Linux applications from Novell's SUSE Linux, Red Hat, Mandrake, and TurboLinux.

CompTIA Linux+ Certification

The skills and knowledge measured by this examination were developed with global input to assure accuracy, validity and reliability. Earning the CompTIA Linux+ designation means that the candidate can explain fundamental open source resources/licenses, demonstrate knowledge of user administration, understand file permissions/software configurations and manage local storage devices and network protocols.

Because Linux, by its nature, is vendor-independent, there was a strong need in the industry for a basic, comprehensive Linux certification. Becoming CompTIA Linux+ certified gives an individual a recognized industry credential that offers proof of knowledge and expertise in Linux technologies. This certification also provides a path to a variety of fulfilling and challenging Linux-related careers.

CompTIA Linux+ and your Career
The demand for skilled Linux support professionals has grown significantly and candidates as well as the industry have indicated that a foundation-level certification for this job function is necessary.

Audience

The audience includes Linux Professionals and System Administrators with 6-12 months of practical experience with the Linux operating system. They provide basic installation, operation, and troubleshooting operating systems on workstations and servers. The candidate will be able to explain fundamental open source resources/licenses, demonstrate knowledge of user administration, understand file permissions/software configurations and manage local storage devices and network protocols.

Course Contents

Installation

•  Identify key aspects of Linux distributions.

•  Identify characteristics of various Linux distributions.

•  Identify considerations for planning a Linux installation.

•  Identify different methods to install Linux.

•  Install Fedora for configuring a Linux host.

•  Install SUSE for configuring a Linux server.

Management

•  Identify components of a Linux directory structure, features of filesystems in Linux and commands for managing different types of files.

•  Identify characteristics of the inittab file and different ways to initiate the system shutdown process.

•  Identify characteristics of a printing system and commands to work with the Line Printer

•  next generation (LPRng) printing system.

Configuration

•  Identify key aspects of TCP/IP, and considerations for configuring client-side DNS and DCHP client services.

•  Identify key aspects of LPRng, features of the Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS), and steps to share printers with Microsoft Windows clients using Samba.

•  Identify key aspects of X concepts and configuring XFree86, and ways to run X.

•  Identify key aspects of kernel sources, steps to configure a kernel, and features of the Windows desktop operating systems.

•  Identify key aspects of the syslog utility and features of environment variables.

Security

•  Identify ways in which an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) works, ways to configure Snort, and key aspects of PortSentry.

•  Identify key security vulnerabilities in a Linux system, methods for securing network services, and features of secure shell (SSH).

•  Identify features of algorithms used for encrypting passwords, password controls that enforce strong passwords, and fields used for configuring password aging settings.

Documentation & Hardware

•  Identify utilities used for capturing hardware configurations in Linux, features of package managers used in Linux, and features of the chkconfig command.

•  Identify features of common hardware components and resources used in Linux systems, features of various removable hardware devices, and important aspects of Advanced Power Management (APM).

Delivery

Manual & Computer Based Training (CD-ROM) - Self Study

Content Emphasis

Interactive, Skills-Based

Duration

Approx 40 hours

Qualifications

Preparation for the CompTIA Linux+ exam code No. XK0-002

Pre-requisites

6 months of experience with an operating system, it is recommended that core hardware examination from A+ revised for Linux be taken but is not necessary, Basic computer skills.

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CompTIA Linux+ General Exam Information

The exam tests seven domain areas:

Planning and Implementation (4%)
Installation (12%)
Configuration (15%)
Administration (18%)
System Maintenance (14%)
Troubleshooting (18%)
Identify, Install and Maintain System Hardware (19%)

Taking the Exam

The CompTIA Linux+ exam consists of 94 questions and is scored on a scale of 100 - 900. The minimum passing score is 655. Two hours are allowed to complete the exam.

Exam Locations

Both VUE and Prometric testing centers administer the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam. The Linux+ exam code is XK0-002.

Keimos Operating Systems Courses

Our courses use simulations extensively to provide opportunities for students to learn & practice skills-based content. This 'learning by doing' model is far more effective than the traditional true/false, multiple choice approach. Live application software is not needed.

Interactive content is used often in the courses to engage the learner's attention, to reinforce and exercise skills being taught, and to provide feedback on the learner's grasp of a skill or concept.

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