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Linux for Absolute Beginners!

4.8 (9 ratings) 4 enrolled 7h 25m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
7h 25mSelf-paced
80 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 80 lessons 7h 25m total
01 Linux for Absolute Beginners! 80 lessons
  1. Protected: Introduction to Linux
  2. Protected: Linux distributions explained
  3. Protected: VirtualBox installation and virtual machine setup
  4. Ubuntu Linux installation in a virtual machine
  5. Ubuntu Linux setup in a virtual machine continued
  6. Protected: First bootup into Linux
  7. Protected: VirtualBox Guest Additions
  8. Ubuntu desktop customization
  9. Protected: Unity Tweak Tool
  10. Installing Linux alongside Windows (dual boot)
  11. Protected: Dual boot setup continued
  12. Introduction to the Linux command line interface (CLI)
  13. Navigating directories with the ls command
  14. Administrator privileges in terminal
  15. Using the package manager to install new applications
  16. Protected: Searching through the repositories to find new applications to download
  17. Installing packages which are not located in the repositores
  18. Keeping programs updated via terminal
  19. File permissions and ownership explained
  20. File permissions and ownership continued
  21. Protected: Creating new files using the touch command.mp4
  22. Protected: Creating new directories and moving files
  23. Copying, renaming, and removing files.mp4
  24. The find command and it’s practical uses
  25. Protected: The find command and it’s practical uses continued
  26. Protected: Find command final thoughts
  27. Using the grep command to find information within files
  28. Using grep in conjunction with the find command
  29. How to redirect the output of a command
  30. Using the top command to view applications in real time
  31. Protected: Viewing the entire list of open processes and closing applications via terminal
  32. Services explained
  33. Configuring services via terminal
  34. Protected: Using crontabs to schedule tasks
  35. Crontab practical applications
  36. Protected: Choosing an integrated development environment (IDE)
  37. Protected: Eclipse installation and setup
  38. Protected: PyCharm installation and setup
  39. Protected: PyCharm installation problem resolved
  40. Protected: GitHub installation and how to setup a repository
  41. How to push and pull information from our repository
  42. How to remove and ignore directories in our repository.mp4
  43. How to resolve merge conflicts
  44. How to setup and manage branches
  45. Correction from previous lecture
  46. Getting started with Meteor
  47. Setting up our Meteor project
  48. Protected: Setting up our router and React components
  49. Watch as our Meteor project begins to take form
  50. Getting into the programming of our Meteor app
  51. Rendering our blog posts
  52. Putting the finishing touches on our Meteor app
  53. Protected: Apache 2, PHP 5, and MySQL setup
  54. Server configuration
  55. Protected: Linux hosts file
  56. Deploying our Meteor to our Apache 2 server
  57. Protected: Setting up our MongoDB NoSQL database
  58. Protected: Setting up our virtual host
  59. Protected: Using a shell script to set our environment variables
  60. Protected: Installing and configuring phpMyAdmin
  61. Let’s take a tour around the phpMyAdmin panel
  62. Protected: Creating a basic virtual host
  63. Protected: Setting up a WordPress installation on top of our Apache 2 environment
  64. Protected: Before using WordPress we need to setup our database
  65. Protected: Python installation and command line interface
  66. Why is Python 3 worth learning
  67. Protected: Adding and removing users through the graphical user interface (GUI)
  68. Protected: Adding new users through terminal.mp4
  69. Protected: How to delete users through terminal
  70. How to change an exsisting user’s password
  71. Adding users to a group and why this is valuable
  72. Protected: Introduction to networking
  73. How does the internet work
  74. What is a local area network
  75. Protected: Practical networking commands
  76. Practical networking commands continued
  77. Protected: Using netstat to track detailed network statistics
  78. An in-depth look at the Linux hosts file
  79. Linux hosts file continued
  80. Using traceroute to track the servers a request passes through

About this course

Overview: Linux for Absolute Beginners!

Welcome to "Linux for Absolute Beginners!" This course is your comprehensive introduction to the Linux operating system, designed specifically for those who are new to Linux. Linux is a powerful and versatile operating system used widely in both personal and professional computing environments. In this course, you'll learn the basics of Linux, including navigation, file management, user permissions, and essential command-line utilities, empowering you to confidently use and navigate the Linux environment.

  • Interactive video lectures by industry experts
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with Professional voice-over
  • Developed by qualified first aid professionals
  • Self paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Main Course Features:

  • Step-by-step instruction on Linux fundamentals and basic commands
  • Hands-on exercises and practical tasks to reinforce learning
  • Exploration of essential Linux utilities for file management and system administration
  • Introduction to the Linux command-line interface (CLI) and bash scripting
  • Guidance on user management, permissions, and security in Linux
  • Real-world examples and scenarios to illustrate Linux usage and applications
  • Access to a Linux virtual machine for hands-on practice
  • Supportive online community for collaboration and assistance

Who Should Take This Course:

  • Absolute beginners with little to no prior experience with Linux
  • Students and professionals looking to expand their knowledge and skills in operating systems
  • Anyone interested in exploring the world of open-source software and Linux-based systems

Learning Outcomes:

  • Navigate and manipulate the Linux file system using command-line utilities
  • Perform common file management tasks such as creating, moving, and deleting files and directories
  • Understand user permissions and security features in Linux
  • Execute basic administrative tasks using the Linux command line
  • Write and execute bash scripts to automate tasks and streamline workflows
  • Gain confidence in using Linux for personal computing and professional tasks
  • Troubleshoot common issues and errors in the Linux environment
  • Continue learning and exploring advanced Linux topics beyond the course curriculum.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Assessment

At the end of the Course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.8

Rated by 9 learners on the UISC learning portal · 4 enrolled

Common questions

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How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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