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CompTIA Authorized Linux+ prep

CompTIA Linux+ Study Guide is your comprehensive study guide for the Linux+ Powered by LPI certification exams. With complete coverage of 100% of the objectives on both exam LX0-103 and exam LX0-104, this study guide provides clear, concise information on all aspects of Linux administration, with a focus on the latest version of the exam. You'll gain the insight of examples drawn from real-world scenarios, with detailed guidance and authoritative coverage of key topics, including GNU and Unix commands, system operation, system administration, system services, security, and more, from a practical perspective that easily translates into on-the-job know-how. You'll also get access to helpful study tools, including bonus practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms that are important to know for exam day.

Linux is viewed by many companies and organizations as an excellent, low-cost, secure alternative to expensive operating systems such as Microsoft Windows. The CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI exams test a candidate's understanding and familiarity with the Linux Kernel.

  • Review the basic system architecture, installation, and management

  • Understand commands, devices, and file systems

  • Utilize shells, scripting, and data management techniques

  • Navigate user interfaces, desktops, and essential system services

  • As the Linux server market share continue to grow, so too does the demand for qualified and certified Linux administrators. Certification holders must recertify every five years, but LPI recommends recertifying every two years to stay fully up to date with new technologies and best practices. CompTIA Linux+ Study Guide gives you the advantage of exam day confidence.

    Table of Contents

    1. Cover Page
    2. Title Page
    3. Copyright
    4. Acknowledgments
    5. About the Authors
    6. Contents at a Glance
    7. Contents
    8. Introduction
      1. The Exam Objectives
      2. Exam LX0-103 Objectives
      3. Exam LX0-104 Objectives
    9. Assessment Test
    10. Answers to the Assessment Test
    11. PART I: Exam LX0-103
      1. Chapter 1: Exploring Linux Command-Line Tools
        1. Understanding Command-Line Basics
        2. Using Streams, Redirection, and Pipes
        3. Processing Text Using Filters
        4. Using Regular Expressions
        5. Summary
        6. Exam Essentials
        7. Review Questions
      2. Chapter 2: Managing Software
        1. Package Concepts
        2. Using RPM
        3. Using Debian Packages
        4. Converting between Package Formats
        5. Package Dependencies and Conflicts
        6. Managing Shared Libraries
        7. Managing Processes
        8. Summary
        9. Exam Essentials
        10. Review Questions
      3. Chapter 3: Configuring Hardware
        1. Configuring the Firmware and Core Hardware
        2. Configuring Expansion Cards
        3. Configuring USB Devices
        4. Configuring Hard Disks
        5. Designing a Hard Disk Layout
        6. Creating Partitions and Filesystems
        7. Maintaining Filesystem Health
        8. Mounting and Unmounting Filesystems
        9. Summary
        10. Exam Essentials
        11. Review Questions
      4. Chapter 4: Managing Files
        1. Using File Management Commands
        2. Managing File Ownership
        3. Controlling Access to Files
        4. Managing Disk Quotas
        5. Locating Files
        6. Summary
        7. Exam Essentials
        8. Review Questions
      5. Chapter 5: Booting Linux and Editing Files
        1. Installing Boot Loaders
        2. Understanding the Boot Process
        3. The Initialization Process
        4. Using the SysV Initialization Process
        5. Using the systemd Initialization Process
        6. Using the Upstart Initialization Process
        7. Editing Files with vi
        8. Summary
        9. Exam Essentials
        10. Review Questions
    12. PART II: Exam LX0-104
      1. Chapter 6: Configuring the X Window System, Localization, and Printing
        1. Configuring Basic X Features
        2. Configuring X Fonts
        3. Managing GUI Logins
        4. Using X for Remote Access
        5. X Accessibility
        6. Configuring Localization and Internationalization
        7. Configuring Printing
        8. Summary
        9. Exam Essentials
        10. Review Questions
      2. Chapter 7: Administering the System
        1. Managing Users and Groups
        2. Tuning User and System Environments
        3. Using Log and Journal Files
        4. Maintaining the System Time
        5. Running Jobs in the Future
        6. Summary
        7. Exam Essentials
        8. Review Questions
      3. Chapter 8: Configuring Basic Networking
        1. Understanding TCP/IP Networking
        2. Understanding Network Addressing
        3. Configuring Linux for a Local Network
        4. Diagnosing Network Connections
        5. Summary
        6. Exam Essentials
        7. Review Questions
      4. Chapter 9: Writing Scripts, Configuring Email, and Using Databases
        1. Managing the Shell Environment
        2. Writing Scripts
        3. Managing Email
        4. Managing Data with SQL
        5. Summary
        6. Exam Essentials
        7. Review Questions
      5. Chapter 10: Securing Your System
        1. Administering Network Security
        2. Administering Local Security
        3. Configuring SSH
        4. Using GPG
        5. Summary
        6. Exam Essentials
        7. Review Questions
      6. Appendix: Answers
        1. Chapter 1 : Exploring Linux Command-Line Tools
        2. Chapter 2 : Managing Software
        3. Chapter 3 : Configuring Hardware
        4. Chapter 4 : Managing Files
        5. Chapter 5 : Booting Linux and Editing Files
        6. Chapter 6 : Configuring the X Window System, Localization, and Printing
        7. Chapter 7 : Administering the System
        8. Chapter 8 : Configuring Basic Networking
        9. Chapter 9 : Writing Scripts, Configuring Email, and Using Databases
        10. Chapter 10 : Securing Your System
      7. Glossary
    13. Index
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