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LPIC 2: Linux Professional Exam 201 and 202
Time to upskill in Linux? Join our LPIC-2 course, learn by doing, and earn your Linux Professional Institute Certification.
- Practice in 56 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 12 Interactive Lessons and 67 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 328 Practice Test Questions and 3 Full Length Tests
Intermediate Self-paced · 1 year access
56 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
Enroll in our LPIC-2 course and labs to prepare for exams 201 and 202.
In this course, dive into system startup, kernel management, network services, security, and troubleshooting…all aligned with the latest LPIC-2 objectives.
Learn through real-world simulations, hands-on labs, and practice tests, so you can apply your skills without any hesitation.
- Linux System Startup & Recovery: Control boot processes, manage systems, and troubleshoot startup issues.
- Advanced Storage & Filesystem Management: Configure RAID, LVM, and optimize filesystems for performance and reliability.
- Network Configuration & Troubleshooting: Set up DNS, email, web servers (Apache/Nginx), and diagnose network problems.
- Kernel Customization & Maintenance: Compile, update, and fine-tune the Linux kernel for stability and efficiency.
- Security & Server Hardening: Implement firewalls, secure SSH, manage authentication, and protect against threats.
- Automation & Scripting for Admins: Use shell scripts to automate backups, monitoring, and system maintenance tasks.
Course Highlights
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12 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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56 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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328 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
12 Interactive Lessons · 67 topics01 Starting a System 7 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- The Linux Boot Process
- The Firmware Startup
- Linux Bootloaders
- Process Initialization
- System Recovery
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
02 Maintaining the System 6 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Keeping Users Informed
- Backing Up the System
- Installing Programs from Source
- Managing Resource Usage
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 Mastering the Kernel 5 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- What Is the Kernel?
- Compiling a Kernel
- Maintaining the Kernel
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Managing the Filesystem 5 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Operating the Linux Filesystem
- Exploring Additional Filesystem Topics
- Maintaining Linux Filesystems
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Administering Advanced Storage Devices 5 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Configuring RAID
- Adjusting Storage Devices
- Managing Logical Volumes
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Navigating Network Services 6 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Networking Basics
- Configuring Network Features
- Basic Network Troubleshooting
- Advanced Network Troubleshooting
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Organizing Email Services 7 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- The Linux Mail System
- Email Protocols
- Using Email Servers
- Local Email Delivery
- Remote Email Delivery
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Directing DNS 5 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Configuring a DNS Server
- Creating and Maintaining DNS Zones
- Securing a DNS Server
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Offering Web Services 6 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- What Is a Web Server?
- The Apache Web Server
- Using a Proxy Server
- The Nginx Server
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Sharing Files 5 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Looking at Samba
- Looking at NFS
- Looking at FTP Servers
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
11 Managing Network Clients 5 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Assigning Network Addresses
- Authentication Service
- Network Directories
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
12 Setting Up System Security 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Server Network Security
- Connecting Securely to a Server
- Security Resources
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
Hands-On Labs Our edge
56 LiveLabs- Viewing Boot Messages
- Configuring Bootloaders
- Managing Services in Upstart
- Modifying Runlevels for Programs on Debian-Based Distros
- Sending Messages to Users
- Monitoring the Network
- Copying Files Using dd
- Creating Backups - Part 1
- Creating Backups - Part 2
- Measuring CPU and Process Status
- Generating an Initial RAM Disk File
- Viewing Information Using Files
- Viewing the Kernel Version
- Viewing PCI Information
- Loading Kernel Modules - Part 1
- Loading Kernel Modules - Part 2
- Viewing Block Devices
- Making a Filesystem
- Attaching Filesystems
- Creating a Swap Partition
- Using the SMART Utility
- Adjusting Filesystem Parameters
- Getting Device Parameters
- Creating a Logical Volume
- Working with Logical Volumes
- Viewing the Network Interface Configuration
- Viewing Information about Hosts
- Testing Network Connectivity by Sending Packets
- Viewing ARP Cache
- Dumping Network Traffic
- Viewing Open Network Connections
- Connecting to an SMTP Server
- Administering Dovecot
- Dumping Dovecot Configuration
- Managing Dovecot
- Getting to Know BIND
- Using rndc
- Performing DNS Lookups
- Studying the Main OpenSSL Config File
- Using SSL Encryption
- Managing User Files for Authentication
- Controlling the Apache Server
- Getting to Know Squid
- Viewing Samba Configuration Files
- Checking smb.conf
- Reporting Samba Connections
- Sending Messages to smbd
- Exporting Filesystem to Remote Servers
- Getting to Know vsftpd
- Manipulating the ARP Cache
- Using OpenLDAP Utilities
- Using slapd
- Processing Network Packets Using Chains
- Using IDS Utilities
- Scanning Ports
- Using SSH Login
03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is the difference between LPIC-1 and LPIC-2?+
- LPIC-1 covers foundational Linux skills like command-line usage, file systems, and basic networking. It’s aimed at junior administrators.
- LPIC-2 focuses on advanced administration, including kernel management, enterprise services (DNS, email, web servers), security (firewalls, VPNs), and storage (RAID, LVM). It validates skills for managing small-to-medium networks.
You must pass LPIC-1 before earning LPIC-2.
Which is better, Linux+ or LPIC?+
- Linux+ (CompTIA): Vendor-neutral, single exam, valid for 3 years. Covers basics like CLI, storage, and security, but lacks depth in enterprise services.
- LPIC: More rigorous (two exams per level), globally recognized, and valid for 5 years. LPIC-2 is preferred for roles requiring advanced Linux administration (e.g., configuring Apache, BIND, Samba).
LPIC is better for career growth in Linux administration roles, while Linux+ suits beginners or those needing a CompTIA-focused certification.
How long to study for LPIC 2? +
The average time to complete training for each LPIC-2 exam is usually 3-6 months, depending on experience.
- Exam 201: ~90-120 hours (covers kernel, storage, networking)
- Exam 202: ~60-90 hours (focuses on services like DNS, email, security).
What jobs can I get with LPIC-2?+
- Roles: Linux Admin, Network Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Specialist.
- Salary impact: 77% of certified professionals report a pay increase within 6 months.
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Boost your system administration skills by learning advanced Linux concepts in this LPIC-2 certification course.
- 1 year of full access
- 56 LiveLab included
- Certificate of completion
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