Udemy
Linux Basics For Beginners.
Linux Basics For Beginners. is a beginner-level online course from Udemy in Linux. It is structured in 9 modules with 8 stated learning outcomes. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.4/5 from 1.4K ratings on Udemy, with 32.1K enrolled.
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Course highlights
| Provider | Udemy |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.4★ (1.4K reviews) |
| Learners | 32.1K |
| Price | Free Free |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
9 modulesThe 9-part outline Udemy publishes for this course.
Module 1 · Linux OS Architecture
Module 2 · Working With Directories
Module 3 · Working With Files
Module 4 · Working With File Contents
Module 5 · Linux Shell History
Module 6 · Filters
Module 7 · Searching Files
Module 8 · Linux Timing
Module 9 · Compress Files
What learners rate it
Rated 4.4/5 by 1.4K learners on Udemy (checked 29 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux Basics For Beginners. This |
Udemy
|
4.4★ | Free | Free — certificate included | |
| Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) |
 Coursera
|
4.8★ | Check price | 2 months | Highest rated (4.8★ from 15 reviews) |
| Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting |
Coursera
|
4.6★ | Check price | 17h 7m | Quickest to finish (17h 7m) |
| Bash Scripting and Shell Programming (Linux Command Line) |
Udemy
|
4.6★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate |
Common questions
Is Linux Basics For Beginners. free?
Yes. Udemy lists it as free to enrol. A certificate is available on completion — providers often charge separately for the certificate even when the course itself is free, so check the fee on the provider page before you count on it.
Does Linux Basics For Beginners. come with a certificate?
Yes — Udemy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
Is Linux Basics For Beginners. suitable for beginners?
Yes. Udemy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Linux Basics For Beginners. cover?
It is organised into 9 modules, starting with Linux OS Architecture and going on to Working With Directories, Working With Files, Working With File Contents, Linux Shell History, among others. The full outline is on this page.