The new CompTIA Linux+ is geared to teach the learner who will use Linux to manage everything from cars and smartphones to servers and supercomputers, as a vast number of enterprises use Linux in cloud, cybersecurity, mobile and web administration applications.
Understanding of Python programming language
Program and games creation using Python 2 & 3
Knowledge of GUI creation
Advanced Python features such as collections module & timestamps
Students and freshers with interest in coding
IT professionals looking for a domain with utmost job security
Non- IT professionals willing to enter into IT with easy coding
Organizations focusing on leveraging Python on a large scale
Core Series
The NEW Linux+ is now available!
Understanding of Python programming language
Program and games creation using Python 2 & 3
Knowledge of GUI creation
Advanced Python features such as collections module & timestamps
Students and freshers with interest in coding
IT professionals looking for a domain with utmost job security
Non- IT professionals willing to enter into IT with easy coding
Organizations focusing on leveraging Python on a large scale
Domains
Exam Domains
XK0-004
% of Exam
Hardware and System Configuration
21%
Systems Operation and Maintenance
26%
Security
19%
Linux Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
20%
Automation and Scripting
14%
LX0-103
% of Exam
System Architecture
14%
Linux Installation and Package Management
18%
GNU and Unix Commands
43%
Devices, Linux Filesystems, and Filesystem Hierarchy Standard
25%
LX0-104
% of Exam
Shells, Scripting and Data Management
14%
User Interfaces and Desktops
18%
Administrative Tasks
43%
Essential System Services
25%
Networking Fundamentals
23%
Security
15%
Details
Exam Details
Exam Codes
LX0-103 & LX0-104
XK0-004
Launch Date
2015
April 2, 2019
Exam Description
CompTIA Linux+ covers common tasks in major distributions of Linux, including the Linux command line, basic maintenance, installing and configuring workstations, and networking. Linux+ is comprised of two exams – LX0-103 and LX0-104. Candidates must pass LX0-103 before taking LX0-104.
CompTIA Linux+ validates the skills of IT professionals with hands-on experience configuring, monitoring, and supporting servers running the Linux operating system. The new exam has an increased focus on the following topics: security, kernel modules, storage & visualization, device management at an enterprise level, git & automation, networking & firewalls, server side & command line, server (vs. client-based) coverage, troubleshooting and SELinux.
Number of Questions
60 questions
90 questions
Type of Questions
Multiple Choice (Single Response), Multiple Response and Fill-in-the-Blank
Performance-based, Multiple Choice (Single Response), Multiple Response and Fill-in-the-Blank
Length of Test
90 Minutes
90 Minutes
Passing Score
500 (on a scale of 200 to 800)
720 (on a scale of 100 to 900)
Recommended Experience
CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and 12 months of Linux admin experience
CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and 12 months of Linux admin experience
Languages
English, German, Portuguese, Spanish
English (at launch). Japanese, German, Portuguese and Spanish (coming soon)
Retirement
All Linux+ LX0-103 and LX0-104 Exams Retire October 1, 2019
TBD – Usually three years after launch
