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| popdevil 2004-06-21, 10:47 am |
| I've been finding out I better learn UNIX now that I'm learning Cisco. Can someone provide a link to all the exams for UNIX? Any suggestions are welcomed. | |
| Boulware5 2004-06-21, 3:52 pm |
| Do you mean comptia Linux+? Go to www.comptia.org and follow the links. It will tell you everything about it. | |
| popdevil 2004-06-26, 5:04 pm |
| I wasn't just talking about Linux+ but that was one of the exams. I noticed there are a couple of exams. I have decided to go with the Linux+ exam. I work with the Windows OS's all day so Linux+ exam is going to be a refresher on some parts that I already know and command line stuff that I'm used to dealing with. I feel like I'll do well on this exam. | |
| sacredcowpaddy 2004-06-27, 10:29 am |
| Linux+ is a very easy exam if you know your stuff, but if you are going to take it, I would wait a while. The exam is under revision right now. The newer version wull supposedly be better, focusing more on Linux and less on hardware than the current exam. George Lister (Supertech) was one of the SME's so you might want to talk to him about it. | |
| popdevil 2004-06-27, 6:25 pm |
| I don't mind the hardware stuff I'm used to it. I plan on taking it as soon as I can because I want to get back to the Cisco stuff but plan on continuing learning more about Linux\Unix. | |
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| there's always the RHCE as well... | |
| Variable 2004-07-12, 9:24 pm |
| There is also LPI Cert. There are two tests to pass for level 1. lpi.org Have fun. | |
| popdevil 2004-07-20, 2:54 pm |
| The more I study for the Linux+ exam and use Redhat Fedora I'm really starting to like it. The funny thing is I knew a lot of this already because I learned a lot of it when I was upgrading my TIVO systems. I had to use Linux boot disk and mount and umount and use df commands to upgrade the TIVO from 35hours to 160hours. I've still got a lot more to learn but at least I can say I'm enjoying it. | |
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| that's great that you are enjoying your studies like that. More power to you. And funny how that TiVO experience ended up being so useful in the long run too  | |
| smrkdown 2004-07-20, 9:11 pm |
| I signed up to take Linux+ on Aug 2. I figured I'd get it out of the way so that I can get back to CCNP studies. I'll let you know how it goes (hopefully well). | |
| t_bind 2004-07-20, 11:25 pm |
| Good luck with everyone taking Linux+ and LPIC.  | |
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Originally posted by smrkdown
I signed up to take Linux+ on Aug 2. I figured I'd get it out of the way so that I can get back to CCNP studies. I'll let you know how it goes (hopefully well).
best of luck to you! After sec+ and SE 2k3, I will look into that cert as well... | |
| smrkdown 2004-08-03, 7:45 am |
| Passed Linux+ yesterday. I scored 810/900, and I'm pleased with that since I didn't put as much effort into this one as I did the others. The exam isn't too difficult, but there were quite a few things that the book that I used to study didn't mention. There are simple questions, poorly worded questions, and some questions I had to use process of elimination to narrow it down to two and make an educated guess.
As far as putting Linux+ on a resume, do you think it is a good idea? I think most hardcore UNIX/Linux guys (like myself) would scoff at linux certifications rather than hold them with high regard. I think depending on who is interviewing you, linux certifications may hurt you more than help you. What do you think? | |
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| 1. congrats
2. I don't see how it can hurt... | |
| popdevil 2004-08-03, 9:18 am |
| I don't see how it could hurt as well. I'm looking to get more into the Cisco side and I'm sure it would look good on the resume. At least it tells someone hiring you know the basic Linux stuff. | |
| Supertech 2004-08-03, 9:46 am |
| Congrats!
Most Unix/Linux hardcores are snobs anyway, so they probably wouldn't be impressed except by a 300 node Beowulf cluster.
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| Boulware5 2004-08-03, 1:12 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by Supertech
Congrats!
Most Unix/Linux hardcores are snobs anyway, so they probably wouldn't be impressed except by a 300 node Beowulf cluster.
It's unfortunate but a lot of Linux people are indeed snobs. I've been in Linux IRC channels where people get cussed out, laughed at, yelled at, kicked out, made to feel stupid, etc by asking a question. | |
| smrkdown 2004-08-03, 2:24 pm |
| Yes, there's alot of ego, competativeness, and old-school mentality in the unix/linux community. That's why I said what I said about interviews and resumes. | |
| cejester 2004-08-03, 2:33 pm |
| Hi All:
I am considering getting certified in Linux. Could anyone recommend some good study material as well as how I would obtain a copy of the os for testing purposes?
Thanks. | |
| smrkdown 2004-08-03, 2:45 pm |
| Which specific certification are you thinking of obtaining? This will dictate the objectives, study materials, and software that you will need. | |
| cejester 2004-08-03, 2:53 pm |
| I am looking to become certified in SUSE Linux 9.1 and also to become a RHCE. | |
| Supertech 2004-08-03, 3:09 pm |
| A First Look at SUSE Certification
by Emmett Dulaney
http://www.unixreview.com/documents/s=1340/ur0405e/
Less than two months ago, the SCLP (SuSE Certified Linux Professional) certification went live and already Novell announced that in addition to changing the name to NCLP (Novell Certified Linux Professional), they are completely abandoning the current track in January. Instead of requiring three multiple-choice exams, they will require only one "practicum" (lab-based exam) in order to become certified. |
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