Become proficient with Linux. Learn Linux for LFCA Certification

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Aspen Olmsted

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Learning Linux for LFCA Certification SpecializationLearnQuest

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About this Specialization

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This specialization is intended for beginners to learn how to become proficient in Linux programming. It will prepare you for a role as an information technology professional by introducing you to the Linux operating system. You will explore creating security through backups and redundancy, securing the perimeter of your network and systems, and managing a system with the Linux OS installed.

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Each course within this specialization provides learners with the opportunity to test what they have learned throughout the courses with graded quizzes. Learners will also have the opportunity to practice writing code in a lab environment utilizing the provided labs.

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Beginner Level

Approximately 4 months to complete

Suggested pace of 4 hours/week

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100% online courses

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Coursera Labs

Includes hands on learning projects.

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Flexible Schedule

Set and maintain flexible deadlines.

Beginner Level

Approximately 4 months to complete

Suggested pace of 4 hours/week

English

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Hands-on Project

Every Specialization includes a hands-on project. You'll need to successfully finish the project(s) to complete the Specialization and earn your certificate. If the Specialization includes a separate course for the hands-on project, you'll need to finish each of the other courses before you can start it.

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When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

There are 4 Courses in this Specialization

Course1

Course 1

Linux Fundamentals

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This course is the first of a series that aims to prepare you for a role working as an information technology professional. In this course, you will be introduced to the Linux operating system. You will learn about the licensing model and several Linux distributions. We will go through some services delivered in the Linux operating system. We will conclude this course by looking at how to search and analyze text using command line tools in the operating system.

Course2

Course 2

Managing Linux Systems

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Course3

Course 3

Securing Linux Systems

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In this course, we look at security and the Linux operating system. The course material is a good for anyone preparing for the Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA) exam or just interested in learning more about Linux. This course is the third course in a series that aims to prepare you for working as an information technology professional. In this course, you will be introduced to ownership, authentication, and authorization. We will drill into creating security through backups and redundancy. We concluded by looking at how to secure the perimeter of our network and systems.

Course4

Course 4

Linux Cloud and DevOps

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Instructor

Aspen Olmsted

Professor and Program Director

36,594 Learners

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LearnQuest is the preferred training partner to the world’s leading companies, organizations, and government agencies. Our team boasts 20+ years of experience designing, developing and delivering a full suite industry-leading technology education classes and training solutions across the globe. Our trainers, equipped with expert industry experience and an unparalleled commitment to quality, facilitate classes that are offered in various delivery formats so our clients can obtain the training they need when and where they need it.

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Can I just enroll in a single course?
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Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Can I take the course for free?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
16 weeks at about 3-5 hours per week.
What background knowledge is necessary?
No prior experience is required.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
Yes:
1. Linux Fundamentals
2. Managing Linux Systems
3. Securing Linux Systems
4. Linux Cloud and DevOps
Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
No, this is not a university specialization.
What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?
You will be able to apply the skills you learn in this specialization towards becoming a Information Technology professional.

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Learning Linux for LFCA Certification Specialization

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