The Linux+ certification ensures the professional has the foundational skills required by large-scale industries, such as the healthcare and financial industries along with government agencies and others, using a Linux operating system. Those holding this certification can be expected to find work performing day-to-day Linux maintenance tasks and be able to install and configure Linux workstations while effectively and efficiently assisting users.
This course trains students in setting up and managing Linux systems. Students will learn how to describe the nature and purpose of Linux operating systems, identify popular Linux distributions, describe typical Linux system interfaces, and interpret Linux shell commands and documentation.
Module 1: Course Architecture and Design
Total Time: 6 hrs. 51 mins. (Text: 2 hrs. 10 mins./Video: 56 mins./Labs: 3 hrs. 45 mins.)
1.1 Compare and Contrast the Different Types of Cloud Models
(Text: 30 mins./Video: 7.5 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Deployment Models (45 mins.)
Lab: Different Cloud Service Models (60 mins.)
1.2 Explain the Factors that Contribute to Capacity Planning
(Text: 30 mins./Video: 17.5 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Resource Capacity Planning (60 mins.)
Quiz 1
1.3 The Importance of High Availability and Scaling in Cloud Environments
(Text: 35 mins./Video: 31 mins.)
Lab: High Availability and Scalability in the Cloud (60 mins.)
1.4 Analyzing Business Requirements for a Cloud Solution (Text: 35 mins.)
Quiz 2
Module 2: Cloud Security
Total Time: 9 hrs. 52 mins. (Text: 4 hrs. 25 mins./Video: 27 mins./Labs: 5 hrs.)
2.1 Configure Identity and Access Management (Text: 45 mins.)
Lab: Configuring and Managing Cloud Identities (60 mins.)
2.2 Secure a Network in a Cloud Environment (Text: 60 mins./Video: 4 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Security Assessment and Tools (60 mins.)
2.3 Apply the Appropriate OS and Application Security Controls
(Text: 50 mins./Video: 7.5 mins.)
Lab: Securing Cloud Infrastructure Resources (60 mins.)
Quiz 3
2.4 Apply Data Security and Compliance Controls in Cloud Environments
(Text: 35 mins./Video: 11.5 mins.)
Lab: Data Security and Compliance in the Cloud (60 mins.)
2.5 Implement Measures to Meet Security Requirements (Text: 30 mins./Video: 4 mins.)
2.6 Explain the Importance of Incident Response Procedures (Text: 45 mins.)
Lab: Incident Response Procedures (60 mins.)
Quiz 4
Midterm
Module 3: Deployment
Total Time: 10 hrs. 55 mins. (Text: 2 hrs. 30 mins./Video: 10 mins./Labs: 7 hrs. 15 mins.)
3.1 Integrate Components into a Cloud Solution (Text: 25 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Solution Integration (30 mins.)
3.2 Provision Storage in Cloud Environments (Text: 50 mins./Video: 6 mins.)
Lab: Provisioning Public Cloud Storage Solutions (60 mins.)
Lab: Provisioning Public Cloud Storage Solutions (60 mins.)
Lab: Provisioning Cloud Resources (60 mins.)
Quiz 5
3.3 Deploy Cloud Networking Solutions (Text: 40 mins./Video: 4 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Networking Concepts (60 mins.)
Lab: Deploying Cloud Networking Solutions (60 mins.)
3.4 Configure the Appropriate Compute Sizing for a Deployment (Text: 20 mins.)
Lab: Virtualization Concepts and Platforms (60 mins.)
3.5 Perform Cloud Migrations (Text: 15 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Migration Techniques (45 mins.)
Quiz 6
Module 4: Operations and Support
Total Time: 11 hrs. 6.5 mins. (Text: 3 hrs. 5 mins./Video: 16.5 mins./Labs: 7 hrs. 45 mins.)
4.1 Configure Logging, monitoring, and Alerting to Maintain Operational Status (Text: 35
mins./Video: 10 mins.)
Lab: Configuring Logging for Cloud Resources (60 mins.)
Lab: Implementing Cloud Resource Monitoring Solutions (60 mins.)
Lab: Implementing Cloud Resource Monitoring and Alert Solutions (60 mins.)
4.2 Maintain Efficient Operation of a Cloud Environment (Text: 45 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Dashboards and Reporting (45 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Patches, Upgrading and Lifecycle Management (45 mins.)
4.3 Optimize Cloud Environments (Text: 30 mins./Video: 3 mins.)
Lab: Optimizing Cloud Solutions (45 mins.)
Quiz 7
4.4 Apply Proper Automation and Orchestration Techniques (Text: 20 mins.)
Lab: Implementing Cloud Resource Automation Solutions (30 mins.)
4.5 Perform Appropriate Backup and Restore Operations (Text: 30 mins./Video: 3.5 mins.)
Lab: Implementing Cloud Backup and Restore Solutions (60 mins.)
4.6 Perform Disaster Recovery Concepts (Text: 25 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Disaster Recovery Concepts (60 mins.)
Quiz 8
Module 5: Troubleshooting
Total Time: 6 hrs. 56 mins. (Text: 2 hrs. 20 mins./Video: 36 mins./Labs: 4 hrs.)
5.1 Use the Troubleshooting Methodology to Resolve Cloud-Related Issues (Text: 15 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Troubleshooting Methodologies (45 mins.)
5.2 Troubleshoot Security Issues (Text: 20 mins.)
Lab: Security Troubleshooting Techniques (45 mins.)
5.3 Troubleshoot Deployment Issues (Text: 35 mins.)
Lab: Troubleshooting Cloud Deployments (30 mins.)
Quiz 9
5.4 Troubleshoot Connectivity Issues (Text: 45 mins./Video: 36 mins.)
Lab: Cloud Networking Troubleshooting Concepts (60 mins.)
5.5 Troubleshoot Common Performance Issues (Text: 5 mins.)
Lab: Troubleshooting Cloud Resource Utilization (30 mins.)
5.6 Troubleshoot Automation or Orchestration Issues (Text: 20 mins.)
Lab: Automation and Orchestration Troubleshooting Methodologies (30 mins.)
Quiz 10
Final Exam
All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.
CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) with Labs FAQs
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