Get Into the Linux Certification Program
A young student, Linus Torvalds, created Linux operating system at the University of Helsinki in Finland. He had a keen interest in Minix, a small Unix system and hence started developing it in 1991. It was in 1994 that he released version 1.0 of the Linux Kernel. This is the basis on which the Linux operating system has been developed. Hundreds of companies and individuals have used this Kernel to release their own versions of operating systems. The current version is 2.6, developed in December 2003 and the quest for improvisation continues.
Candidates opt to do Linux Certification Programs because its functionality, adaptability and robustness make it the best alternative for Unix and Microsoft operating systems. These candidates have tangible and bright career opportunities since use of Linux for home and Office desk top operating system and in appliances and devices through embedded microchips is increasing tremendously.
Linux offers appropriate courses for beginners as well as experienced Linux users. While the Beginner's course will be useful for novices, those who have exposure to Linux can opt for the intermediate level course, that can also train them in Linux system administration.
Linux Professional Institute Certification offers two levels of Certification, Junior Level Administration called LPIC1 and Intermediate Level Administration called LPIC2. Beginners should opt for LPIC1 and experienced Linux operators can choose LPIC2.
Red Hat has gained phenomenal prominence in the arena of IT certifications because they have devised their own certification for Linux products. RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) Certification, started in 1999, is hailed as the Crown Jewel of Linux Certifications. It is ranked as number one in all the IT certifications even by independent surveys.
RHCT (Red Hat Certified Technician) Program is popularly called the transition course for non-Linux candidates when they wish to shift to Linux platform. Surveys reveal that it is the fastest growing credential in Linux. The fact that Examinations for RHCE and RHCT are conducted on live-test systems for simulating real-life tasks renders more credibility and value to these two Programs.
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