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Linux Security Courses

Linux security courses can help you learn system hardening, user access controls, network security protocols, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in configuring firewalls, implementing encryption techniques, and conducting security audits. Many courses introduce tools like iptables for firewall management, OpenSSL for encryption, and Wireshark for network analysis, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect systems from vulnerabilities and threats.


Popular Linux Security Courses and Certifications


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    LearnKartS

    Core Java for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, File I/O, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Unit Testing, Program Development, Maintainability, Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Test Case, Application Development, Authentications, Application Security, Application Design, Software Design Patterns, Debugging

    4.6
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    VMware Data Center Virtualization Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: vSphere Networking and Storage, Virtual Networking, vCenter Server Management, vSphere DRS & HA, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Performance Tuning, Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, Storage vMotion, VMware ESX Servers, iSCSI Configuration, VMware vSAN, vCenter Server, Event Monitoring, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Patch Management, Virtualization, Security Controls, System Monitoring, IT Infrastructure

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Virtual Machines, Hardware Troubleshooting, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Mobile Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Wireless Networks, Peripheral Devices, System Configuration, Data Storage Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Desktop Support, Hardware Architecture, TCP/IP, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, USB, Networking Hardware

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Enterprise Database Migration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Oracle Databases, Data Migration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Database Management, Databases, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Enterprise Application Management, Virtual Machines

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Mastering Angular Development

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Tools, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Application Performance Management, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Web Applications, TypeScript, Ajax, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Code Coverage, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Version Control

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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced IoT Systems Integration and Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Advanced Analytics, Big Data, IT Security Architecture, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Robotics, Automation, Real Time Data, Emerging Technologies, Interoperability, Data Security, Integration Testing, Cloud Services, Scalability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Solidity Mastery: Foundations to Advanced Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Computational Logic, Software Development Tools, Business Logic, Other Programming Languages, Program Development, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Git and GitHub Complete Master Class

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Devops Tools, Collaborative Software, Code Review, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Tools, Secure Coding, File Management, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Students: Ethics & Academic Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, digital literacy, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, AI Security, Research, Generative AI, Intellectual Property, Human Computer Interaction

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Previous OWASP Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular linux security courses

  • Core Java for Beginners: LearnKartS
  • VMware Data Center Virtualization Exam Prep: Board Infinity
  • CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201): Packt
  • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Pearson
  • Enterprise Database Migration: Google Cloud
  • Mastering Angular Development: Edureka
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 2: Pearson
  • Advanced IoT Systems Integration and Industrial Applications: LearnQuest
  • Solidity Mastery: Foundations to Advanced Smart Contracts: Packt
  • Git and GitHub Complete Master Class: Packt

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