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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Debugging

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    643 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Fundamentals of Music Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Classical Music, Musical Composition

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Codio

    Tools for Security Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Security Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Secure Coding, Data Encryption Standard, Firewall, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Incident Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California San Diego

    Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, MongoDB

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
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    R

    Red Hat

    Python Programming with Red Hat

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Programming Principles, Scripting, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Text Mining, File Management, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Journalism

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Media and Communications, Grammar, Electronic Media, Digital Publishing, English Language, Storytelling, Editing, Proofreading, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Unix Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, System Programming, Debugging, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Linux, Software Technical Review, Systems Engineering, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Software, Ubuntu

    Build toward a degree

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    Lecturio

    Transition to Nursing Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Nursing Administration, Professional Development, Nursing Care, Clinical Experience, Nursing, Nursing Practices, Communication, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Communication, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Leadership, Teamwork, Empathy, Self-Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Python Functions, Files, and Dictionaries

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Python Programming, File Management, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Structures, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Systems, System Programming, Operating Systems, Ubuntu, Linux, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, C (Programming Language), Algorithms

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Music Theory: The University of Edinburgh
  • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals: IBM
  • Big Data: University of California San Diego
  • Python Programming with Red Hat: Red Hat
  • English for Journalism: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Unix Workbench: Johns Hopkins University
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Transition to Nursing Practice: Lecturio

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