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Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA)

The Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA) is an entry-level certification designed for individuals beginning their IT careers or transitioning into technology roles.

Exam code

LFCA

Duration

90 min

Questions

60

Official Prerequisites

  • Familiarity with Linux command line and basic shell commands
  • Basic understanding of system administration concepts: users, permissions, processes, and services
  • Foundational networking knowledge: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and ports
  • Experience with hands-on Linux tasks or completion of an introductory Linux course (self-study or classroom)
Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA)

Targeted Professions

Junior Systems Administrator IT Support Technician Cloud Operations Engineer DevOps Associate

Domain blueprint

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Basic understanding of Linux operating system, including the history, distributions, and installation of Linux.
Core concepts of system administration, including user and group management, file permissions, and basic networking.
Introduction to cloud concepts and services, exploring deployment models, and key characteristics of cloud environments.
Fundamental security concepts, including system and data protection, user authentication, and network security principles.
Basic principles of DevOps, including version control, continuous integration, and infrastructure automation tools.

Domain 5

DevOps and Automation

17%
Basic principles of DevOps, including version control, continuous integration, and infrastructure automation tools.

Study Tip

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