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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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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Generative Model Architectures, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Computer Systems, Solution Design, Business Software, Information Systems Security, Technical Support, Operating System Administration, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Security Awareness, Data Storage Technologies, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Information Technology, Computer Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Safety Standards, Building Services Engineering, Building Design, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hazard Analysis, Safety and Security, Firewall, Design Specifications, Systems Integration

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Getting Started in Port Scanning Using Nmap and Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Penetration Testing, Configuration Management, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Servers, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Python Basics: Create a Guessing Number Game from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Java Multi-Threading Mastery: From Basics to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, OS Process Management, Memory Management, Data Sharing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Unreal Engine 5 For Beginners: World Building Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Game Design, Post-Production, Cinematography, Image Quality, Model Optimization

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to Next.js Ecommerce - Setting Up the Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Data Validation, User Interface (UI) Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, PostgreSQL, Web Applications, Database Development, React.js, Object-Relational Mapping, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Databases, Application Deployment, Data Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Basics with Simple Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Web Development, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Microsoft Visual Studio

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Getting Started with Arch Linux - Build from the Ground Up

    Skills you'll gain: Devops Tools, Linux Administration, Cloud Deployment, Ansible, Operating System Administration, Docker (Software), DevOps, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, Linux Servers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Linux, Hardening, Software Development Tools, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Platforms, Software Installation, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Network Administration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Master Web & Mobile Design – Figma & UI/UX Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI/UX Strategy, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI), Layout Design, Animations, Wireframing, Interactive Design, Mobile Development, Typography, User Experience Design, Web Design, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience, UI Components, Application Design

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Flask Fundamentals, App Basics, and Food Tracker App

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Restful API, Cloud Deployment, Dashboard Creation, Full-Stack Web Development, Data Visualization, Application Deployment, Object-Relational Mapping, Interactive Data Visualization, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Databases, Web Applications, Web Development, Authentications, Database Management, SQL, User Accounts, Database Design, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Grok Comprehensive Guide: From Basics to Advanced Features

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Productivity, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Security, AI Personalization, Creative Problem-Solving, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Automation, Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Digital Assets, Information Technology, Natural Language Processing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
  • Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Getting Started in Port Scanning Using Nmap and Kali Linux: Packt
  • Python Basics: Create a Guessing Number Game from Scratch: Coursera
  • Java Multi-Threading Mastery: From Basics to Advanced: Board Infinity
  • Unreal Engine 5 For Beginners: World Building Basics: Skillshare
  • Introduction to Next.js Ecommerce - Setting Up the Basics: Packt
  • HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Basics with Simple Projects: Packt
  • Getting Started with Arch Linux - Build from the Ground Up: Packt
  • Master Web & Mobile Design – Figma & UI/UX Basics: Packt

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