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NDG Linux Unhatched

A short, free introduction to the Linux command line from Cisco Networking Academy and NDG, with a browser-based practice environment.

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About this course

Linux Unhatched is a compact starter course for people who have never used a Linux terminal. You practise navigating directories, managing files, editing permissions and writing simple scripts in an in-browser virtual machine. It aligns with Linux objectives in CompTIA A+ and leads into NDG Linux Essentials.

Best for: Complete beginners who need basic Linux terminal skills for IT, cloud or cybersecurity study.

What you will be able to do

  • Navigate the Linux file system from the command line
  • Create, move, copy and delete files and directories
  • Change file permissions and ownership
  • Write a simple shell script to automate a task

Syllabus and your progress

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At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 2 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

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Cost and certificate

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Free course from Cisco Networking Academy and NDG; passing the final exam earns a free Credly badge.

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Quick answers

Is NDG Linux Unhatched really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Cisco Networking Academy. Free course from Cisco Networking Academy and NDG; passing the final exam earns a free Credly badge.
How long does NDG Linux Unhatched take?
Plan for about 8 hrs in total (Provider listing (via University of Cambridge training catalogue): 8 hours, self-paced). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before NDG Linux Unhatched?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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