The latest incarnation of CompTIA's Linux+ certification is now titled the CompTIA Linux+ powered by LPI certification. Due to the partnering of CompTIA and the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) in 2010, CompTIA now use the same two exams from the LPI's LPIC-1 certification track as the entirety of the Linux+.
What this means for Linux+ exam takers is that candidates successfully passing the two Linux+ exams also earn the LPIC-1 credential (upon application to LPI). This dual certification only works for candidates taking the CompTIA Linux+. LPIC-1 candidates are not awarded the Linux+ upon completion of the two LPIC-1 exams.
To earn the Linux+ certification, candidates need to pass two exams:
LX0-101 (covers system architecture, installation, commands and file systems)
LX0-102 (covers shells, scripting, UI, administration, services and networking)
Each exam consists of 60 questions and a time allocation of up to 90 minutes. The questions are presented in multiple-choice, linear format, meaning the Linux+ test is non-adaptive and there are no simulation-type questions. A full list of the current exam objectives can be downloaded from the CompTIA website.
Each exam has a score range between 200 and 800 with a passing score of 500. Depending on the overall difficulty of the specific exam, the number of correct questions needed to score 500 or more will vary.
The exams can be taken in any order although it is recommended that candidates begin with the LX0-101. The Linux+ credential remains valid for life.
If a candidate fails an exam they can attempt the exam again (upon payment of the applicable exam fee) without any stand-down period. Any subsequent fails requires the candidate to wait 14 days between attempts.
The exams can be taken at any Prometric or Pearson VUE testing station.
Below, and on the following pages, you'll find links to many free Linux+ study resources such as practice tests and study guides. Make use of as many as you can to vary your training regime and good luck with your exams.
