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Linux Basics Courses

Linux Basics courses can help you learn command line navigation, file management, user permissions, and process management. You can build skills in shell scripting, system monitoring, and troubleshooting common issues. Many courses introduce tools like the Bash shell, Git for version control, and text editors such as Vim or Nano, showing how these skills are applied in real-world environments to manage servers and automate tasks.

Popular Linux Basics Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Master Private Equity Basics: Analyze, Structure & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Private Equity, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Business Valuation, Investment Management, Financial Management, Equities, Due Diligence, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Performance Analysis, Operational Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Organizational Structure, Fund Accounting, Asset Management, Continuous Monitoring, Liquidation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 8

    Skills you'll gain: Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Git (Version Control System), Authentications, Collaborative Software, Linux Administration, Linux, Version Control, Open Source Technology, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Graphics Software, Digital Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    CNNs with TensorFlow: Basics of Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Adaptability, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Ubuntu Server Mastery - Real-World Linux Admin Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Ubuntu, Package and Software Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Linux Administration, Unix, Linux, Shell Script, Unix Shell, Server Administration, Operating System Administration, Scripting, Linux Commands, Systems Administration, User Accounts, Servers, System Monitoring, User Provisioning, Command-Line Interface, Hardening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Security, Linux, Linux Administration, Security Controls, Hardening, Ubuntu, Linux Commands, File Management, Authorization (Computing), File Systems, System Configuration, Endpoint Security, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Configuration Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Training, Occupational Health, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Standards, Environment Health And Safety, Accident Prevention, Health And Safety Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Kubernetes From Basics to Guru: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Kubernetes, Cloud Storage, Software Architecture, Data Storage, Data Persistence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    Apply Microsoft Excel Basics for Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Presentation, Productivity Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 7

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Cloud Deployment, Open Source Technology, Data Persistence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Linux Daemon with Go: Build a Webpage Database Crawler

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Unstructured Data, Go (Programming Language), Web Servers, MySQL, Web Scraping, Kubernetes, Software Development, System Programming, Linux, Database Software, Programming Principles, SQL, Relational Databases

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Master Private Equity Basics: Analyze, Structure & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 8: Pearson
  • ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models: EDUCBA
  • CNNs with TensorFlow: Basics of Machine Learning: Coursera
  • Ubuntu Server Mastery - Real-World Linux Admin Skills: Packt
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 5: Pearson
  • CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials: Packt
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Basics: SkillUp
  • Kubernetes From Basics to Guru: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Apply Microsoft Excel Basics for Data Management: EDUCBA

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