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Linux series

Two assessments from Level 1 to 2 that build on each other. Start with Linux Basic and move up to Linux Advanced when you are ready.

2 assessments
Levels 1 to 2
60 questions
about 1 hour 5 min in all

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Your path, level by level

All 2 assessments in the Linux series

SkillsLevel 1

Linux Basic

Code LINUXB

A quick check that someone can work confidently at the Linux command line for everyday tasks.

20questions
20min timer
5areas

Overall basic LinuxFiles and navigationCommands and textPermissions and usersProcesses and system

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SkillsLevel 2

Linux Advanced

Code LINUXA

An intermediate check of practical Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.

40questions
45min timer
6areas

Overall Linux administrationShell and scriptingUsers, permissions and securityProcesses, services and systemdNetworking and SSH+1

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What the series covers

It covers Files and navigation, Commands and text, Permissions and users, Processes and system, Shell and scripting and Users, permissions and security and more.

Files and navigation
Commands and text
Permissions and users
Processes and system
Shell and scripting
Users, permissions and security
Processes, services and systemd
Networking and SSH
Storage, packages and troubleshooting

Linux Basic: A quick check that someone can work confidently at the Linux command line for everyday tasks.

Linux Advanced: An intermediate check of practical Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.

Questions people ask

Which Linux assessment should I start with?

Start with Linux Basic (Level 1). Each level builds on the one before it, and your report suggests when you are ready for the next one.

How long do the Linux assessments take?

Linux Basic has 20 questions and takes 20 minutes. Linux Advanced has 40 questions and takes 45 minutes.

What do I get at the end?

A report straight away with your score in each area, what is already strong, what is ready to grow and a short practice plan, plus a certificate you can share.

How much does it cost?

Standard assessments use 1 credit and Premium ones 2 credits per attempt. New personal accounts get their first credit free.

Can I use this series with my team, students or friends?

Yes. Organizations can invite people to any level of the Linux series in a drive and see everyone's results side by side. With an individual account, you can start a cohort for any level in this series and invite friends or classmates to take it with you at the same time.

Ready to start the Linux series?

Take it yourself with a free personal account (your first credit is on us), or create an organization to invite your team or students to any level.

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