This course is for the absolute beginner. Have you ever wanted to know, in very simple terms, the answers to the following questions:

• What is Linux and how does it work?
• Why is Linux important?
• What is the purpose of an operating system?
• How did Linux become such a big part of the IT industry?

If you answered yes, then this course is for you. Our goal with this course is to provide a simple, conceptual introduction to the fundamentals of Linux as an operating system. There are no technical explanations or definitions to memorize – this course is visual, and strictly conceptual. When you are done with this course, you will have the foundation to move forward onto more advanced Linux courses. And by having the frame-of-reference understanding from this course, you will be more prepared to tackle the more complex technical concepts and terminology.

As an added bonus to all who enroll, we have made a select group of Linux Academy’s Hands-On Labs and flashcards available for free to all students who wish to take advantage of them. Instructions on how to access these bonus features will be provided during the course.

(NOTE: These bonus features are not a required part of the course. They are an addition you can choose if you so wish.)