Udemy
Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS
Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS is a beginner-level online course from Udemy in Linux. It is structured in 8 modules with 5 stated learning outcomes. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 2.4K ratings on Udemy, with 21.8K enrolled.
Part of our Linux courses collection, where we compare it against 3 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Udemy |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (2.4K reviews) |
| Learners | 21.8K |
| Price | Free Free |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
8 modulesThe 8-part outline Udemy publishes for this course.
Module 1 · Introduction
Module 2 · Essential Commands
Module 3 · Operations Deployment
Module 4 · Users and Groups
Module 5 · Networking
Module 6 · Storage
Module 7 · Conclusion
Module 8 · Mock Exams
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 2.4K learners on Udemy (checked 25 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS This |
Udemy
|
4.5★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | |
| 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) |
| Linux for Developers |
Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 18h 52m | Beginner-friendly · 18h 52m |
Common questions
Is Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS 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 Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS 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 Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS suitable for beginners?
Yes. Udemy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Linux Foundation Certified Systems Administrator - LFCS cover?
It is organised into 8 modules, starting with Introduction and going on to Essential Commands, Operations Deployment, Users and Groups, Networking, among others. The full outline is on this page.