CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)

(XK0-005.AB1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-548-0

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About This Course

Kickstart your prep for the CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005 exam with the CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) course and lab. The labs are designed to give you a hands-on experience of Linux. The course covers the XK0-005 exam objectives and provides knowledge in areas such as system management, security, scripting, containers, automation, and troubleshooting. It also contains performance-based, multiple-choice, and multiple-answer questions to provide you a better understanding of Linux concepts.

Skills You’ll Get

CompTIA Linux+ certification is a widely recognized vendor-neutral credential. The XK0-005 (CompTIA Linux+) exam covers an evolving job role that focuses more on how Linux powers the cloud. The exam includes cutting-edge technologies that help automate and orchestrate business processes, including infrastructure as code and containers. With a Linux+ certification, you will establish yourself as a Linux administrator who is familiar with the Linux platform and can install, maintain, and troubleshoot any type of Linux system.

Interactive Lessons

24+ Interactive Lessons | 422+ Exercises | 238+ Quizzes | 229+ Flashcards | 229+ Glossary of terms

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86+ Pre Assessment Questions | 2+ Full Length Tests | 86+ Post Assessment Questions | 172+ Practice Test Questions

Hands-On Labs

46+ LiveLab | 46+ Video tutorials | 51+ Minutes

Lesson Plan

Introduction

Goals and Methods
The Linux+ Domains and Objectives
How This Course Maps to the Exam Objectives
Course Features
What’s New?
Who Should Read This Course?
Strategies for Exam Preparation
Pearson Test Prep Practice Test Software

Understanding Linux Fundamentals

Filesystem Hierarchy Standard
Basic Boot Process
Boot Loaders and Files
When Kernels Panic
Device Types in /dev
Installing Software from Source
Storage Concepts
Listing Your Hardware Info
Summary
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Managing Files and Directories

Foundation Topics
File and Directory Operations
File Metadata and File Types
Soft and Hard Links
File Compression, Archiving, and Backup
Copying Objects Between Systems
File Editing
Feeling a Bit (awk)ward
The printf Function
Summary
Review All Key Topics

Configuring and Managing Storage

Foundation Topics
Determining Storage Hardware
Performing Disk Partitioning
Inspecting and Managing Software RAID
Using Logical Volume Manager (LVM)
Mounting Local and Remote Devices
Monitoring Storage Space and Disk Usage
Filesystem Management
Storage Area Networks/Network-Attached Storage
Summary
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Managing Processes and Services

Foundation Topics
Managing Processes
systemd
Scheduling Services
Summary
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Using Network Tools and Configuration Files

Foundation Topics
Interface Management
Name Resolution
Network Monitoring
Remote Networking Tools
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Building and Installing Software

Package Management
Sandboxed Applications
System Updates
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Managing Software Configurations

Updating Configuration Files
Configuring Kernel Options
Configuring Common System Services
Representing Locales
Summary
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Understanding Linux Security Best Practices

Public Key Infrastructure
Certificate Use Cases
Authentication
Linux Hardening
Summary
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Implementing Identity Management

Account Creation and Deletion
Summary
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Implementing and Configuring Firewalls

Foundation Topics
Common Firewall Technologies
Understanding iptables
Additional Firewall Technologies
Summary
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Using Remote Connectivity for System Management

SSH (Secure Shell)
Executing Commands as Another User
Summary
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Understanding and Applying Access Controls

Foundation Topics
File Permissions
File and Directory Ownership
Understanding and Using umask
Permission Granularity Issues
Finding Files by Permission
Access Control Lists
Context-Based Access
Command-Line Utilities
Summary
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Automating Tasks via Shell Scripting

Foundation Topics
Shell Script Elements
Environment Variables and Settings
Working with Input/Output Streams
Shell Script Elements
Summary
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Perform Basic Container Operations

Container Management
Container Image Operations
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Performing Basic Version Control Using Git

Version Control Concepts
Using Git for Version Control
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Understanding Infrastructure as Code

File Formats
Infrastructure as Code Concepts
Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment
Advanced Git Topics
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Understanding Containers, Cloud, and Orchestration

Kubernetes Benefits and Application Use Cases
Single-Node Multicontainer Use Cases
Container Persistent Storage
Container Networks
Service Mesh
Bootstrapping
Container Registries
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Analyzing and Troubleshooting Storage Issues

High Latency Issues
Low Throughput Issues
Input/Output Operations per Second Scenarios
Capacity Issues
Filesystem Issues
I/O Scheduler Issues
Device Issues
LVM Issues
Mount Option Issues
Summary
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Analyzing and Troubleshooting CPU and Memory Issues

Runaway and Zombie Processes
High CPU Utilization/Load Average/Run Queues
CPU Times and CPU Process Priorities
Memory Exhaustion and Out of Memory
Swapping
Hardware
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Analyzing and Troubleshooting User and File Permissions

User Login Issues
User File Access Issues
Password Issues
Privilege Elevation Issues
Quota Issues
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Analyzing and Troubleshooting Common Problems Using Systemd

Unit Files
Common Problems
Summary
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Final Preparation

Exam Information
Getting Ready
Tools for Final Preparation
Summary

Hands-on LAB Activities