Linux+
Two exams are necessary to be certified: LX0-101 and LX0-102. LX0-101 covers system architecture; Linux Installation and package management; GNU and Unix commands; devices, Linux filesystems, and filesystem hierarchy standard. LX0-102 covers shells, scripting and data management; user interfaces and desktops; administrative tasks; essential system services; networking fundamentals; security.
A new benefit for CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI candidates is that they may choose, at the time they take the exams, to have their exam record forwarded to the Linux Professional Institute. Certification in CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI, attained by passing CompTIA exams LX0-101 and LX0-102, enables candidates to become certified in LPIC-1 as well, enabling further participation in the LPI program if the candidate chooses. Please note that CompTIA maintains candidate-confidential records for all exam takers, for their own access and use for employment or educational purposes. Any choice to forward an exam record to LPI is made only by the candidate.
Candidate job roles include junior Linux administrator, junior network administrator, systems administrator, Linux database administrator and web administrator. Companies such as Dell, HP, IBM, Lenovo and Xerox recommend or require CompTIA Linux+.
Test Details
| Required exams | LX0-101 and LX0-102 |
| Number of questions | 60 for each exam |
| Length of test | 90 minutes each |
| Passing score | 500 (on a scale of 200-800) |
| Recommended experience | CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and/or at least 12 months of Linux administration experience |
Course Content
Part I The CompTIA Linux+ LX0-101 Exam.
Chapter 1 Exploring Linux Command-Line Tools.
Chapter 2 Managing Software.
Chapter 3 Configuring Hardware.
Chapter 4 Managing Files.
Chapter 5 Booting Linux and Editing Files.
PART II The CompTIA Linux+ LX0-102 Exam.
Chapter 6 Configuring the X Window System, Localization, and Printing.
Chapter 7 Administering the System.
Chapter 8 Configuring Basic Networking.
Chapter 9 Writing Scripts, Configuring E-mail, and Using Databases.
Chapter 10 Securing Your System.

