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Exam Information
Official specifications published by LPI
Exam Format
60 min
40
500
Entry Level
Registration
$120 USD
Pearson VUE, OnVUE (Online Proctoring), or online proctoring
Validity
Lifetime
No recertification required - certification does not expire; Can progress to LPIC-1 for career advancement
010-150 Exam Topics and Domains
010-150 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Apache OpenOffice, Mozilla, OpenOffice.org.
1
The Linux Community and a Career in Open Source
7%
Linux Evolution and Popular Operating Systems
Linux DistributionsLinux and Unix History
- Describe the Linux and Unix evolution
- Identify popular operating systems and Linux distributions
- Understand the relationship between various distributions
Major Open Source Applications
Desktop ApplicationsServer ApplicationsDevelopment Tools and Languages
- Identify major open source applications
- Understand desktop and server applications
- Know development languages and tools
Open Source Software and Licensing
Open Source PhilosophyCommon Open Source Licenses
- Understand open source philosophy and licensing
- Identify common open source licenses
- Know the implications of different license types
ICT Skills and Working in Linux
Desktop EnvironmentsIndustry Applications
- Use desktop environments effectively
- Understand Linux career paths and opportunities
- Know industry applications of Linux
2
Finding Your Way on a Linux System
9%
Command Line Basics
Shell BasicsVariables and EnvironmentQuoting and Special Characters
- Work with the shell and command line
- Use and configure shell environment
- Use quoting and special characters
Using Command Line to Get Help
Man PagesInfo Pages and Help Options
- Use man and info pages
- Find help for commands
- Locate commands and documentation
Using Directories and Listing Files
Filesystem NavigationListing Files and Directories
- Navigate the filesystem
- List and understand file information
- Work with paths
Creating, Moving and Deleting Files
File OperationsFile Globbing
- Manage files and directories
- Perform file operations
- Use wildcards and options
3
The Power of the Command Line
9%
Archiving Files on the Command Line
Creating ArchivesArchive Management
- Create and extract archives
- Use different compression formats
- Manage compressed files
Searching and Extracting Data from Files
Command Line PipesText Processing CommandsText Manipulation
- Use pipes and redirection
- Search and filter text
- Process and manipulate text data
Turning Commands into a Script
Basic Shell ScriptingVariables and ArgumentsConditionals and LoopsText Editors
- Create shell scripts
- Use variables and control structures
- Edit scripts with text editors
- Implement basic automation
4
The Linux Operating System
8%
Choosing an Operating System
OS Selection Criteria
- Understand OS selection criteria
- Compare different operating systems
Understanding Computer Hardware
Hardware ComponentsHardware in Linux
- Understand computer hardware components
- Access hardware information in Linux
- Work with device files
Where Data is Stored
Linux Filesystem HierarchyProcesses and MemorySystem Logs
- Understand filesystem organization
- Monitor processes and resources
- Access system logs
Your Computer on the Network
Network FundamentalsNetwork Commands
- Understand basic networking
- Use network diagnostic tools
- Configure network settings
5
Security and File Permissions
7%
Basic Security and Identifying User Types
User AccountsPassword Security
- Understand user types and privileges
- Manage user authentication
- Implement basic security practices
Creating Users and Groups
User ManagementGroup Management
- Create and manage user accounts
- Work with groups
- Configure user environments
Managing File Permissions and Ownership
File PermissionsFile Ownership
- Manage file permissions
- Change file ownership
- Implement access control
Special Directories and Files
Special PermissionsLinks and Special Files
- Work with special permissions
- Create and manage links
- Understand special file types
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 010-150 earns the Linux Essentials certification. It sits in the Linux Professional track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- 101-500 & 102-500 - LPIC-1: Linux Administrator Entry-level Linux administrator certification
- CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) - CompTIA Linux+ Dual certification with CompTIA and LPI • Passing CompTIA Linux+ also grants LPIC-1
- 020-100 - Security Essentials Entry-level security certification from LPI
- 030-100 - Web Development Essentials Web development fundamentals certification
- 040-100 - Open Source EssentialsOpen source community and business certification
Alternative Paths
- BSD Specialist - BSD SpecialistUnix-like system administration
- DevOps Tools Engineer - DevOps Tools Engineer Automation and DevOps practices
- Linux Essentials (Japanese) - LinuC-1 Japan-specific Linux certification
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2019-07-01
Updates
- systemd Current Increasing coverage in Linux Essentials as systemd becomes universal • Release date: Ongoing
- Containers and Docker Awareness level Basic container concepts added to curriculum • Release date: 2024
- Cloud Linux Usage Foundational Cloud context for Linux usage emphasized • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT beginners and Students entering IT field.
- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with operating system concepts
- Interest in Linux and open source