102-500.AT1
LPIC-1 Linux Administrator - Exam 102
Prepare for the Linux+ LPIC Level 1 Exam 102 with the best-in-class online preparatory course. Earn your certification!
- Practice in 26 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 7 Interactive Lessons and 26 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 218 Practice Test Questions and 1 Full Length Tests
Intermediate Self-paced · 1 year access
26 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
7Interactive Lessons
26Topics
26LiveLab
218Practice Test Questions
60Flashcards
60Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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The LPIC-1 Linux Administrator Exam 102 is a sequel to the 101-500 exam. The online prep course is 100% aligned with the LPIC-1: Linux Administrator exam objectives to help you pass the certification exam easily. It focuses on advanced Linux concepts and administrative tasks. You’ll explore shells and shell scripting for automation; user interfaces and desktops (X11 and graphical); essential system services; network fundamentals; and security administration tasks. In addition to the interactive course content, this course has been equipped with Live Labs to enable practice exercises so that you can solidify your learnings and pass the LPIC-1 Linux Administrator (102-500) exam easily.
- Write and customize shell scripts for automation
- Knowledge of X11, graphical desktops, and accessibility features
- Expertise in managing user accounts, groups, job scheduling, localization, and internationalization
- Ability to administer system services logging, email, and printing
- Knowledge of internet protocols, network configuration, and basic troubleshooting
- Perform security administration tasks, host security, and data encryption
- Identify and resolve advanced Linux-related issues
Course Highlights
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7 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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26 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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218 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
7 Interactive Lessons · 26 topics01 Introduction 7 topics +
- Why Become Linux Certified?
- Who Should Buy This Course
- About Vendor
- Retake Policy
- How This Course Is Organized
- The Exam Objectives
- Exam 102-500 Objectives
02 Shells and Shell Scripting 2 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Customize and use the shell environment
- Customize or write simple scripts
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 User Interfaces and Desktops 3 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Install and configure X11
- Graphical Desktops
- Accessibility
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Administrative Tasks 3 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- Manage user and group accounts and related system files
- Automate system administration tasks by scheduling jobs
- Localisation and internationalisation
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Essential System Services 4 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Maintain system time
- System logging
- Mail Transfer Agent (MTA) basics
- Manage printers and printing
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Networking Fundamentals 4 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Fundamentals of internet protocols
- Persistent network configuration
- Basic network troubleshooting
- Configure client side DNS
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Security 3 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Perform security administration tasks
- Setup host security
- Securing data with encryption
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
Hands-On Labs Our edge
26 LiveLabs- Creating a Bash Script to View the Software Packaging Format
- Creating Aliases
- Checking a Display Server
- Managing Password Expiry Information
- Locking and Unlocking an Account
- Reviewing Account Settings
- Managing Users and Groups
- Adding, Modifying, and Deleting Groups and Users
- Using the at command to Manage Jobs
- Creating a cron Job
- Viewing the System Locale Settings
- Maintaining the System Time
- Using NTP and NTPQ Utilities
- Setting the System Time
- Configuring chrony
- Querying the Journal Content
- Viewing the Routing Table
- Tracing Routes
- Configuring a Network on CentOS
- Using the dig Command to Look Up DNS Records
- Using the host Command to Retrieve Information About the Domain
- Obtaining Network Information
- Using the nmap and netstat Utilities
- Discovering Open Ports
- Finding TCP Network Services
- Using GPG
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / Exam details
LPIC-1 Linux Administrator - Exam 102 Details
The LPIC-1 Linux Administrator - Exam 102 course provides in-depth coverage of the objectives for the 102 exam required for the Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1 certification. Develop expertise in core Linux system administration tasks such as managing user accounts, file systems, logical volumes, kernel services, and boot procedures. Learn advanced storage management, Linux networking fundamentals, system maintenance best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
Questions
60
(per exam)
Duration
90 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
500
(on a scale of 800)
Exam Fee
USD 200
(per exam)
Delivered by
Linux Professional Institute (LPI)
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Multiple choice and fill in the blanks.
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
218 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
102-500.AT1
LPI credential
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What is the Linux+ LPIC Level1 exam 102 preparatory course about?+
It's a preparatory course that helps you to pass the LPIC Level 1 Exam 102 and demonstrate your expertise in advanced Linux administration. The course focuses on advanced Linux concepts like shell scripting, user interfaces, system administration, networking, and security.
Is the LPIC-1 exam 102-500 certification worth it?+
LPIC-1 is an industry-recognized certification course that validates your leanings and upgrades your chances of securing an entry-level job in IT.
Do I need to pass both the 101 & 102 exams to be certified?+
Yes, you’ll have to pass both the exams to become LPIC Level 1 certified.
What is the difference between LPIC 1 vs CompTIA Linux+?+
While both the exams are conducted to validate your Linux skills, they have distinctive features. LPIC 1 is a more exhaustive industry-recognised certification better fit for those looking for skill-specific value driven weightage whereas CompTIA Linux+ is a good option for those wanting a single exam certification that focuses more on practical skills
What is the duration of the LPIC 1 exam 102?+
The duration is 90 minutes to answer all the questions.
What is the validity of this LPIC 1 certification?+
This Linux+ certification is valid for a lifetime. There is no expiry.
How many questions are asked in the Linux+ LPIC-1 Level 1 exam 102?+
There are a total of 60 questions asked in this exam.
What is the format of the exam?+
LPIC-1 exam has multiple choice questions and fill-in-the-blanks
What are the career opportunities I can explore after LPIC 1?+
Completing this course will open doors to a number of job opportunities like junior system administrator, technical support specialist, network engineer, DevOps engineer, Cloud engineer, and security analyst.
What are the prerequisites for this exam?+
There are no prerequisites for this certification
What is the exam registration fee?+
USD 200
Where do I take the exam?+
Linux Professional Institute (LPI)
What is the format of the exam?+
Multiple choice and fill in the blanks.
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 60 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
90 minutes
What is the passing score?+
500
(on a scale of 200-800)
What is the exam's retake policy?+
The LPI Board voted on a policy regarding the delay required between re-taking exams:
Anyone who takes an LPI exam once must wait one week before re-taking.
Anyone who takes an LPI exam a second (and subsequent) time must wait 30 days before re-taking.
Anyone who passes an LPI exam may not retake that exam for at least two years.
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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