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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Big Data and Hadoop Foundations and Setup

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Infrastructure, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Science, Distributed Computing, Linux, Software Installation, Scalability, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EC-Council

    Information Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Systems Development Life Cycle, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Computer Security, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Information Systems, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    4.8
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Using Elastic Stack to Monitor Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Interactive Data Visualization, Event Monitoring, Data Engineering, Linux

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Practical Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: IBM Cloud, Cryptography, Algorithms, Python Programming, Linear Algebra, Computational Thinking, Jupyter, Simulation and Simulation Software, Physics, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Data Processing, Data Storage Technologies, Containerization, Interoperability

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Machine Learning Methods

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Intermediate DAX & Time Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Software, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Microsoft on AWS - Porting Assistant for .NET

    Skills you'll gain: .NET Framework, Linux, Application Frameworks, Cross Platform Development, Software Development Tools, C# (Programming Language), Dependency Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    iOS App Store & In-App Purchases

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Transaction Processing, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Payment Systems, User Experience Design, User Experience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    Introduction to Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Radiation Therapy, Medical Equipment, Materials science, Semiconductors, electromagnetics, Physics, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Equipment, Electrical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Blockchain 360: A State of the Art for Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Market Opportunities, Internet Of Things, Supply Chain Management, Data Integration, Distributed Computing, Systems Integration, Interoperability, Scalability, Market Trend

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    338 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Big Data and Hadoop Foundations and Setup: Johns Hopkins University
  • Information Security Fundamentals: EC-Council
  • Using Elastic Stack to Monitor Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Practical Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit for Beginners: Packt
  • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Foundations: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Generative AI - Art of the Possible: Amazon Web Services
  • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Intermediate DAX & Time Intelligence: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Microsoft on AWS - Porting Assistant for .NET: Amazon Web Services
  • iOS App Store & In-App Purchases: LearnQuest

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