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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Generally, there are no strict eligibility criteria for learning Linux. However, specific courses or certifications might have prerequisites, such as a certain educational background or prior experience, especially for advanced levels:
One should have a basic familiarity with using a computer and navigating its interface.
Successfully pass Class 12. (with subjects like Computers and English, preferably).
One should have a basic knowledge of how operating systems work.
However, formal certifications like RHCE, LPIC-1, and LPIC-2 (Linux Professional Institute) require prior experience with Linux.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
| Linux Subjects | |
|---|---|
| System Startup and Shutdown | Linux Filetree System Layout |
| Kernel Services and Configuration | Partitioning and Formatting Disks |
| Linux Filesystems | RAID and LVM |
| Processes | Package Management Systems |
| Package Installers | User and Group Account Management |
| Backup and Recovery Methods | Networking |
| Firewalls | Local System Security |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Main Components of Linux:
| Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Bootloader: | This software manages the computer's boot process. |
| Kernel | This is the core and the lowest level of the operating system. It manages the CPU, memory, and peripheral devices. |
| Graphical server | It displays the graphics on the monitor. |
| Daemons | These include background services such as printing and scheduling that start during boot or after logging into your system. |
| Init system | This sub-system bootstraps the user space and controls the daemons. |
| Desktop environment | It is the component that the users interact with. |
| Applications | An application is a kind of software that lets users perform a task. Applications include everything, ranging from desktop tools to programming languages. Many Linux distributions provide a central database to download additional applications. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Linux has replaced UNIX and is dominating the computing field. It is widely used in supercomputers and embedded devices. While Linux has not been able to dominate the desktop space, it is an essential player in this field.
Due to its features, such as flexibility and open-source nature, Linux-based operating systems are now used in various connected devices. Linux is likely to revolutionize emerging technologies, including wearables, the Internet of Things (IoT), smart home devices, and more.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Many books can transform you from a beginner to an expert in Linux. Here are some of the popular books to learn Linux concepts:
- Linux Pocket Guide is a book written | Author: Jason Cannon
- Linux Administration | Author: Jason Cannon
- The Linux Command Line | Author: William Shotts
- Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible | Author: Richard Blum
- How Linux Works | Author: Brian Ward
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Linux Operating System has it's usage in supercomputers, web servers, desktops, laptops, and home appliances such as washing machines, modems, routers, and refrigerators. Linux is also known to be used in Smart Devices, Servers and Mainframes, Gaming, Supercomputers, etc.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Linux is a freely distributable version of Unix. In 1991, Linus Torvalds, a student at the University of Helsinki in Finland, began his project to create a freely available academic version of Unix. This project later became the Linux kernel.
Today, Linux OS is used in supercomputers, web servers, desktops, laptops, and home appliances such as washing machines, modems, routers, and refrigerators.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Below are some of the notable features of the Linux operating system.
- Free and open-source: Anyone can learn and get started with Linux for free. Linux has a huge amount of information and resources available. You can read the source code available on resources to understand what is going on under the hood. Its open-source nature allows multiple teams to collaborate to enhance the operating system's capability.
- Portable: Linux kernel and application programs can be installed on any hardware platform.
- Multi-User: Multiple users can access system resources such as memory and application programs at the same time.
- Multi-tasking: Multiple func
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Both the operating system courses are good in their own way. The students who are into programming languages can prefer to study Linux as it supports multiple programming languages. The students who are interested in learning networking and related concepts can study Windows operating systems. Both the courses provide extensive knowledge of the respective operating systems.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) can enhance your credibility and job prospects in operating systems-related roles.
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