LPIC-2 Online Training

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UPDATED: September 20, 2022

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This Linux Professional Institute LPIC-2 (201-450 & 202-450) LPI Certification training covers how to take control of small- to medium-sized mixed networks that depend on Linux technologies and manage every aspect of their administration. The LPIC-2 certification is perfect for a sysadmin who wants to prove their administration, maintenance, management, storage, networking, security, and even automation skills with a Linux network. This Linux Foundation training can be used for 201-450 and 202-450 exam prep, or as a Linux Foundation reference resource.

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What you'll learn

Advanced system administration on the Linux kernel
Management of block storage and file systems
Advanced networking, authentication and system security
Installing and configuring fundamental network services

FAQs

Is LPIC-2 worth it?

Yes, the LPIC-2 is worth it for most systems administrators – especially any who need to demonstrate their familiarity with administering small to medium-sized mixed networks. The Linux Professional Institute series of certifications is a well-trod career path for Linux administrators. Earning the LPIC-2 is a sort of coming-of-age for IT professionals who want to focus their skills and expertise in Linux.

How much does the Linux Professional Institute LPIC-2 cost?

The Linux Professional Institute LPIC-2 costs $400 in total. That's because the LPIC-2 certification has two exams, 201-450 and 202-450 and both cost $200. The price of a Linux certification exam depends on the skill level associated with it. Assuming you pass both 201-450 and 202-450 on your first attempt, it costs $400 to earn the LPIC-2.

Are the LPIC-2 exams (201-450 & 202-450) difficult?

Yes, the LPIC-2 exams are difficult exams. There are Linux administrators who call the LPIC-2 the most challenging certifying exams they've ever taken. The reason for its difficulty is because the LPIC-2 cert is a bridge between single-system Linux administration and management to administration of entire networks. The LPIC-2 tests challenge your familiarity with the interconnected systems and dependencies necessary to administer whole networks.

Does LPIC-2 expire?

Yes, the LPIC-2 does expire: it remains valid for only 5 years after you've earned it. The LPIC-2 is automatically renewed when you earn a higher certification in Linux Professional Institute's certification track. Other than earning a higher certification, there are currently no continuing education or alternative methods of renewing the LPIC-2 before it expires after 5 years.

How to study for Linux Professional Institute LPIC-2?

Because it requires advanced skills in Linux system administration across an entire network, the LPIC-2 is a difficult exam and a major milestone in an administrator's career. The best way to study for the LPIC-2 is with a course that teaches the theory and topics of system and network administration while giving you opportunities to practice the real-world skills of managing those networks and devices.

Who is this for?

This LPIC-2 training is considered professional-level Linux Foundation training, which means it was designed for systems administrators. This Linux skills course is designed for systems administrators with three to five years of experience with small to medium–sized mixed network administration.

What our learners say

Practice exams help you have an overview of your readiness. If you have failed a couple questions in one area, you can go back and work on them.
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Very easy and fun way to learn. Keith Barker is my favorite, he'll throw in jokes here and there and it makes me remember certain study points. I highly recommend this app and purchasing subscriptions, it is truly worth the money.
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Study plan

Download the free LPIC-2 study plan to complete this course in about 22 hours.

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