Compare 4 Linux courses from top providers — filter by price, level, provider & certificate.
All 4 Linux courses on Coursera, compared by rating, level and price.
Focusing on Coursera for your Linux learning provides a unified experience, often with a clear path for beginners. All 4 courses available are self-paced and include a certificate. For those new to the operating system, Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs offers a solid starting point with 13 hours of content. If you need to master essential commands, the Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting course is highly rated at 4.6 and takes 17 hours 7 minutes.
Developers can find relevant skills in Linux for Developers, which lasts 18 hours 52 minutes and has a 4.5 rating. For those aiming for professional certification, the Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) specialization is also available, taking 2 months to complete and rated 4.6.
| Course Title | Duration | Rating | Reviews | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting | 17h 7m | 4.6 | 1K+ ratings | Beginner |
| Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) | 2 months | 4.6 | 10+ ratings | Beginner |
| Linux for Developers | 18h 52m | 4.5 | 1K+ ratings | Beginner |
| Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs | 13h | 4.4 | 20+ ratings | Beginner |
While Linux Courses on Coursera offer a structured learning path, this filter might not be the best choice if you need a wider variety of course styles, different pricing models, or more advanced topics. All courses listed here are for beginners, so if you are an experienced user, you might need to explore other options.
If you want to see all available options for Linux learning, including courses from various providers and different levels, visit the main Linux courses hub. For specific areas like command-line tools, you can check Command-Line Interface for Linux Courses. If you are only interested in courses that provide a certificate, you can explore Linux Courses with Certificate from all providers.
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one | |
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| Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting | 4.6★ | Check price | 17h 7m | Highest rated (4.6★ from 1.8K reviews) | View ↗ | |
| Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) | 4.6★ | Check price | 2 months | For learners past the basics · 2 months | View ↗ | |
| Linux for Developers | 4.5★ | Check price | 18h 52m | Beginner-friendly · 18h 52m | View ↗ | |
| Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs | 4.4★ | Check price | 13h | Quickest to finish (13h) | View ↗ |