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CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 Certification Training

Master Linux System Administration Through Hands-On Practice and Exam-Focused Prep for the XK0-004 C

Course Level: Beginner
Duration: 24 Hrs 35 Min
Total Videos: 68 On-demand Videos

This exam prep IT course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to configure, manage, operate, and troubleshoot a Linux environment by using security best practices, scripting, and automation computing models. This online course will teach you critical skills needed and objectives covered in the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.

Course Description

Whether you’re new to IT or looking to level up your Linux skill set, this CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 Certification Training is designed for you. By completing the course, you’ll confidently manage and troubleshoot Linux systems and be well prepared to tackle the CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 exam, unlocking more opportunities in Linux system administration.

In this hands-on program, you’ll gain practical competence across core areas that matter in real roles—from shell commands and user and group management to securing systems and automating tasks. You’ll build a solid foundation in the Linux operating system environment, learn to configure network settings, and develop the scripting and automation habits that help you deliver reliable IT operations in production.

What you’ll learn spans essential tasks, governance, and practical skills you can apply immediately in your day job. Topics include basic Linux tasks, file and directory management, storage and partitioning, kernel modules, the boot process with GRUB, and Linux security best practices with SELinux or AppArmor. You’ll also master TCP/IP fundamentals, DHCP/DNS client configuration, and troubleshooting common network issues, all while strengthening your ability to manage packages, repositories, and software from source when needed.

Through immersive exercises—such as creating and editing files, configuring services, scripting with Bash, and automating routine workflows—you’ll translate theory into reliable, repeatable results. This course is designed to fit a busy IT‑oriented schedule, with clear objectives, practical labs, and exam-focused review to help you demonstrate competence on the certification exam and in daily Linux administration tasks.

Outcomes you can expect include:

  • Proficient command-line navigation, shell command execution, and text processing
  • Effective user and group management with secure permissions and ownership
  • Capacity to configure storage, partitions, and logical volumes for scalable systems
  • Management of kernel modules and the boot process, including GRUB configurations
  • Networking setup and troubleshooting with DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP fundamentals
  • Package management across RPM and Debian-based systems, plus repository handling
  • Security hardening practices, including firewall configuration and policy frameworks
  • Bash scripting proficiency and task automation with Git for version control

Enroll today to gain hands-on Linux administration experience, a pathway toward the CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 certification, and a clear route to roles such as Linux System Administrator, Network Administrator, DevOps Engineer, or Security Administrator. Join a community of learners and industry practitioners who are advancing their careers with practical, real‑world Linux expertise.

Who Benefits From This Course

Included In This Course

Module 1: Intro & Performing Basic Linux Tasks

  •    Instructor Introduction
  •    Course Introduction
  •    Identify The Linux Design Philosophy
  •    Enter Shell Commands
  •    Shell Commands Activity
  •    Get Help with Linux

Module 2: Managing Users and Groups

  •    Assume Superuser and Groups
  •    Create, Modify, and Delete Users
  •    Create, Modify, and Delete Groups
  •    Query Users and Groups
  •    Configure Account Profiles

Module 3: Managing Permissions and Ownership

  •    Modify File and Directory Permissions
  •    Modify File and Directory Ownership
  •    Configure Special Permissions and Attributes
  •    Troubleshoot Permissions Issues

Module 4: Managing Storage

  •    Create Partitions
  •    Manage Logical Volumes
  •    Mount File Systems
  •    Manage File Systems
  •    Navigate the Linux Directory Structure
  •    Troubleshoot Storage Issues

Module 5: Managing Files and Directories

  •    Create and Edit Text Files
  •    Search for Files
  •    Perform Operations on Files and Directories
  •    Process Text Files
  •    Manipulate File Output

Module 6: Managing Kernel Modules

  •    Explore the Linux Kernel
  •    Install and Configure Kernel Modules
  •    Monitor Kernel Modules

Module 7: Managing the Linux Boot Process

  •    Configure Linux Boot Components
  •    Configure GRUB

Module 8: Managing System Components

  •    Configure Localization Options
  •    Configure GUIs
  •    Manage Services
  •    Troubleshoot Process Issues
  •    Troubleshoot CPU and Memory Issues

Module 9: Managing Devices

  •    Identify the Types of Linux
  •    Configure Devices
  •    Monitor Devices
  •    Troubleshoot Hardware Issues

Module 10: Managing Networking

  •    Identify TCP/IP Fundamentals
  •    Identify Linux Server Roles
  •    Connect to a Network
  •    Configure DHCP and DNS Client Services
  •    Configure Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
  •    Troubleshoot Networking Issues

Module 11: Managing Packages and Software

  •    Identify Package Managers
  •    Manage RPM Packages with YUM
  •    Manage Debian Packages with APT
  •    Configure Repositories
  •    Acquire Software
  •    Build Software from Source Code
  •    Troubleshoot Software Dependency Issues

Module 12: Securing Linux Systems

  •    Implement Cybersecurity Best Practices
  •    Implement Identity and Access Management Methods
  •    Configure SELinux or AppArmor
  •    Configure Firewalls
  •    Implement Logging Services
  •    Back Up, Restore, and Verify Data

Module 13: Working with Bash Scripts

  •    Customize the Bash Shell Environment
  •    Identify Scripting and Programming Fundamentals
  •    Write and Execute a Simple Bash Script
  •    Incorporate Control Statements in Bash Scripts

Module 14: Automating Tasks

  •    Schedule Jobs
  •    Implement Version Control Using Git
  •    Identify Orchestration Concepts

Module 15: Installing Linux

  •    Prepare for Linux Installation
  •    Perform the Installation