Prepare for the CompTIA Linux+ exam XK0-004 or grow your skills working with one of the most widely used operating systems for server environments.

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For many years, Linux has dominated the server install base in the business world—and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future, especially as we transition to the Cloud. The CompTIA Linix+ certification – Exam id XK0-004 is proof positive that you have what it takes to work in this IT field. See our press release announcing this new course.

This courseware builds on your existing experience with systems operations and administration to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment by using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. The popularity of Linux has led to a greater need for information technology (IT) professionals who can manage servers that run some form of the Linux kernel and the associated GNU tools that make a Linux distribution.

This course and the CompTIA exam XK0-004 are designed for IT professionals whose primary job responsibility is the management of servers and other devices running the Linux operating system. A typical student in this course should have at least nine months of hands-on Linux experience and at least one and a half years of IT experience in other computing environments. The target student should wish to expand their skill set to support their career in Linux system administration and operation.  This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Linux+ certification and who want to prepare for Exam XK0-004.

CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 Exam Objectives

Per CompTIA, the following objectives are established for the Linux+ exam XK0-004:

CompTIA Linux+ validates the skills of IT professionals with hands-on experience configuring, monitoring, and supporting servers running the Linux operating system. The new exam has an increased focus on the following topics: security, kernel modules, storage & virtualization, device management at an enterprise level, git & automation, networking & firewalls, server-side & command line, server (vs. client-based) coverage, troubleshooting, and SELinux.

Key Makeup of Exam XK0-004

  • Up to 90 test questions
  • A combination of multiple-choice, performance-based, and fill-in-the-blank questions.
  • Exam time is 90 minutes
  • A passing score is 720 on a scale of 100-900
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Module 1: Instructions

  • Introduction
  • Introduction To Building Labs
  • Things You Need To Do
  • Install Demo Virtual Box
  • Navigation
  • Commands With LabDemo
  • Internal And External Commands
  • Overview Of Shell Commands Tricks
  • Exploring Shell Configuration
  • Stream Redirection
  • Overview Of Processing Text Using Filters
  • Overview File-Viewing Commands
  • Overview Using Grep
  • Sed Syntax And Summary
  • Overview Of Exam Essentials

Module 2: Managing Software

  • Managing Software
  • Managing Software
  • Overview Using RPM
  • RPM-Part 2
  • Overview Using Cpio
  • Overview Using Debian And Apt Cache
  • Using Apt-get
  • Debian Tools
  • Managing Shared Libraries
  • Overview Locating Library Files
  • Foreground and Background Processes
  • Managing Software Summary

Module 3: Configuring Hardware

  • Configuring Hardware
  • Configuring Devices
  • Configuring USB
  • Configuring Hard Disk
  • Designing Hard Disk Layout
  • Logical Volume Management
  • Overview Using Fdisk
  • Overview Common File System Types
  • Creating Filesystem
  • Overview Maintaining File System Health
  • Configuring Hardware Summary

Module 4: Managing Files

  • Managing Files
  • File Archiving Commands
  • Managing Files Ownership
  • Managing Disk Quotas
  • Directories And Content
  • Overview Tools For Locating Files
  • Overview Of Exam Essentials

Module 5: Booting Files

  • Booting Linux And Editing Files
  • Boot And Reboot
  • Understanding The Boot Process
  • Run Levels Process
  • Managing Run Level Services
  • Editing With Vi
  • Booting Summary

Module 6: X

  • X Windows Systems
  • X Configuration Options
  • X Configuration Options-Part 2
  • Untitled Media
  • Configuring X Featuring Fonts
  • Overview Managing GUI Logins
  • Using X For Remote Access
  • X Accessibility
  • Addition Assistive Technologies
  • Configuring Localization And Internationalization
  • Querying And Setting Your Locale
  • Configuring Printing-Part 1
  • Configuring Printing-Part 2
  • Using Web-Based CUPS Utilities

Module 7: Admin

  • Administering
  • Directly Modifying Account Configuration
  • Components Of Account
  • Adding Groups
  • Tuning User And System Environments
  • Reviewing Log File Contents
  • Maintaining System Time
  • Admin Summary

Module 8: Basic Networking

  • Basic Networking
  • Network Addressing-Part 1
  • Network Addressing-Part 2
  • DNS Data Flow Zone And Resolution
  • Network Ports
  • Connections
  • Testing Connectivity
  • Wireshark Demo
  • Basic Networking Summary

Module 9: Scripts

  • Scripts E-mail And Databases
  • Writing Scripts-Part 1
  • Writing Scripts-Part 2
  • Managing E-mail
  • Managing Data With SQL
  • Advantages Of Database
  • Scripts Summary

Module 10: Security

  • Security
  • Configuring Xinetd
  • Uninstalling Or Reconfiguring Servers
  • Tools For Managing Passwords
  • Configuring SSH
  • SSH Keys
  • Controlling SSH Access
  • Using GPG
  • Security Summary

Module 1: Intro & Performing Basic Linux Tasks

  • Instructor Introduction
  • Course Introduction
  • Identify The Linux Design Philosophy
  • Enter Shell Commands
  • Shell Commands Activity
  • Get Help with Linux

Module 2: Managing Users and Groups

  • Assume Superuser and Groups
  • Create, Modify, and Delete Users
  • Create, Modify, and Delete Groups
  • Query Users and Groups
  • Configure Account Profiles

Module 3: Managing Permissions and Ownership

  • Modify File and Directory Permissions
  • Modify File and Directory Ownership
  • Configure Special Permissions and Attributes
  • Troubleshoot Permissions Issues

Module 4: Managing Storage

  • Create Partitions
  • Manage Logical Volumes
  • Mount File Systems
  • Manage File Systems
  • Navigate the Linux Directory Structure
  • Troubleshoot Storage Issues

Module 5: Managing Files and Directories

  • Create and Edit Text Files
  • Search for Files
  • Perform Operations on Files and Directories
  • Process Text Files
  • Manipulate File Output

Module 6: Managing Kernel Modules

  • Explore the Linux Kernel
  • Install and Configure Kernel Modules
  • Monitor Kernel Modules

Module 7: Managing the Linux Boot Process

  • Configure Linux Boot Components
  • Configure GRUB

Module 8: Managing System Components

  • Configure Localization Options
  • Configure GUIs
  • Manage Services
  • Troubleshoot Process Issues
  • Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues

Module 9: Managing Devices

  • Identify the Types of Linux
  • Configure Devices
  • Monitor Devices
  • Troubleshoot Hardware Issues

Module 10: Managing Networking

  • Identify TCP/IP Fundamentals
  • Identify Linux Server Roles
  • Connect to a Network
  • Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services
  • Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
  • Troubleshoot Networking Issues

Module 11: Managing Packages and Software

  • Identify Package Managers
  • Manage RPM Packages with YUM
  • Manage Debian Packages with APT
  • Configure Repositories
  • Acquire Software
  • Build Software from Source Code
  • Troubleshoot Software Dependency Issues

Module 12: Securing Linux Systems

Module 13: Working with Bash Scripts

  • Customize the Bash Shell Environment
  • Identify Scripting and Programming Fundamentals
  • Write and Execute a Simple Bash Script
  • Incorporate Control Statements in Bash Scripts

Module 14: Automating Tasks

  • Schedule Jobs
  • Implement Version Control Using Git
  • Identify Orchestration Concepts

Module 15: Installing Linux

  • Prepare for Linux Installation
  • Perform the Installation