Practice Test XK0-005: CompTIA Linux+
The CompTIA XK0-005 Linux+ practice test trains you in administering Linux systems.
Why should I take the CompTIA XK0-005 Linux+ exam?
The XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ is a certification that offers you the perfect opportunity to set yourself apart from the crowd by certifying your skills and knowledge with respect to Linux system management, security, scripting, containers, and automation, and troubleshooting. The skills developed and validated by Linux+ are compatible with working in a wide variety of roles, including Data Scientist, DevOps Engineer, Linux Engineer, Systems Administrator, Linux Administrator, Data Architect, or Server Administrator. Prior to taking the XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ certification exam, it is recommended to have around 12 months of experience working as a junior Linux engineer as well as having passed the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Server+.
The XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ practice test includes two different modes: certification and practice mode. Certification mode allows you to assess your knowledge and discover your weak areas, with practice mode allowing you to focus on the areas that need development.
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Release Date: 03/2023
Job Role: Linux Administrator
Language: English
The XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ practice test contains 215 questions and covers the following objectives:
System Management – 69 questions
Summarize Linux fundamentals
Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), Basic boot process, Basic package compilation from source, storage concepts, Kernel panic, Device types in/dev, Listing hardware information, Storage concepts.
Given a scenario, manage files and directories
File editing, File compression, archiving, and backup, File metadata, Soft and hard links, Copying files between systems
Given a scenario, configure and manage storage using the appropriate tools
Disk partitioning, Mounting local and remote devices, Filesystem management, Monitoring storage space and disk usage, Creating and modifying volumes using Logical Volume Manager (LVM), Inspecting RAID implementations, Storage area network (SAN)/ network-attached storage (NAS), Storage hardware
Given a scenario, configure and use the appropriate processes and services
System services, Scheduling services, Process management,
Given a scenario, use the appropriate networking tools or configuration files
Interface management, Name resolution, Network monitoring, Remote networking tools
Given a scenario, build and install software
Package management, Sandboxed applications, System updates
Given a scenario, manage software configurations
Updating configuration files, Configure kernel options, Configure common system services, Localization
Security – 45 questions
Summarize the purpose and use of security best practices in a Linux environment
Managing public key infrastructure (PKI) certificates, Certificate use cases, Authentication, Linux hardening
Given a scenario, implement identity management
Account creation and deletion, Account management
Given a scenario, implement and configure firewalls
Firewall use cases, Common firewall technologies, Key firewall features
Given a scenario, configure and execute remote connectivity for system management
SSH, Executing commands as another user
Given a scenario, apply the appropriate access controls
File permissions, Security-enhanced Linux (SELinux), AppArmor, Command-line utilities
Scripting, Containers, and Automation – 41 questions
Given a scenario, create simple shell scripts to automate common tasks
Shell script elements, Common script utilities, Environment variables, Relative and absolute paths
Given a scenario, perform basic container operations
Container management, Container image operations
Given a scenario, perform basic version control using Git
Clone, push, pull, commit, add, checkout, branch, tag, gitignore
Summarize common infrastructure as code technologies
File formats, Utilities, Continuous integration/ continuous deployment (CI/CD), Advanced Git topics
Summarize container, cloud, and orchestration concepts
Kubernetes benefits and application use cases, Single-node, multicontainer use cases, Container persistent storage, Container networks, Service mesh, Bootstrapping, Container registries
Troubleshooting – 60 questions
Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot storage issues
High latency, Low throughput, Input/output operations per second (IOPS), Capacity issues, Filesystem issues, I/O scheduler, Device issues, Mount option problems
Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot network resource issues
Network configuration issues, Firewall issues, Interface errors, Bandwidth limitations, Name resolution issues, Testing remote systems
Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot central processing unit (CPU) and memory issues
Runaway processes, Zombie processes, High CPU utilization, High load average, High run queues, CPU times, CPU process priorities, Memory exhaustion, Out of memory (OOM), Swapping, Hardware
Given a scenario, analyze and troubleshoot user access and file permissions
User login issues, User file access issues, Password issues, Privilege elevation, Quota issues
Given a scenario, use systemd to diagnose and resolve common problems with a Linux system
Unit files, Common problems
System Requirements
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What can I expect to earn if I pass the XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ exam?
On passing the XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ and obtaining a job as a junior IT administrator, you can expect to earn a salary in the United States of approximately $80,000.
Source: Nigel Franks International.
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XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ PRACTICE TEST
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How to use the XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ Practice Test?
You can use the XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ practice test in two different modes: certification and practice mode. The former allows you to assess your knowledge and discover your weak areas, and the latter allows you to zone in on these areas, ensuring you spend your time wisely. We recommend you initially take the XK0-005 Linux+ practice test in certification mode. By studying the generated report on completing the test, you will get a helpful overview of which areas require further attention. You should then take the test in practice mode in order to improve in those areas. Once you are confident you have improved your knowledge in those areas, you can re-take the test in certification mode and, on passing two consecutive times with a score of 90%, you know you are exam ready!
XK0-005 CompTIA Linux+ CERTIFICATION
What is CompTIA Linux+ certification?
The CompTIA Linux+ certification exam validates foundational skills in administering the Linux operating system.
How many questions are there in the CompTIA Linux+?
There is a maximum of 90 questions in the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.
Is CompTIA Linux+ worth it?
If you have experience of using Linux as a junior Linux administrator and want to validate and demonstrate your skills, then obtaining an official certification is the best way to do this.
Does CompTIA Linux+ expire?
CompTIA certifications expire three years after the date on which you obtained the certification, and so it is necessary to renew them prior to the expiry date. There are many ways of doing this, including earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by completing approved activities, completing another higher-level certification, passing the latest version the exam for your CompTIA certification or, for certain exams, you can complete a CompTIA CertMaster Continuing Education (CE) course. Interestingly, if you hold more than one CompTIA certification, then you only need to meet the requirements to renew the highest-level certification in order to automatically renew the rest.
How long do I need to study for CompTIA Linux+?
How long you’ll need to study for the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam will depend on your existing level of experience and knowledge. CompTIA advises, if you have no prior Linux experience, that you will need at least 120 hours of study plus time for hands-on practice of the skills covered by the exam.
How hard is CompTIA Linux+?
Again, this will depend on your existing level of experience and skill with regards to using the Linux operating system. Likewise, if you have passed the initial exams that form part of CompTIA’s Infrastructure pathway, including the A+ (Core 1 and Core 2), Network+, and Security+, then this will no doubt give you a solid foundation to progress to the Linux+.