Right after Microsoft releasing MS-Linux, a few years ago I would have said the next most unlikely thing for Microsoft to do would be to offer a Linux certification. Guess what? They are. On December ...

Linux certifications test your ability to deploy and configure a Linux system in a business context. These certifications range from vendor-specific to distribution-agnostic. Several certification ...

According to a study conducted earlier this year by Dice, the tech career site, 93 percent of hiring managers are looking to employ Linux professionals. If you want one of those jobs, a great way to ...

Linux certification is increasingly significant for tech workers as the public cloud and software-defined networking become ever more important. A Linux cert can set IT professionals apart from the ...

Linux is the favorite OS of both programmers and tech companies for a reason. It's nimble and versatile, which is not to say it's a failsafe. When big firms need to set up a network or protect the one ...

Linux is the operating system of the future. Don’t fall behind the curve. The business world is getting closer and closer to making Linux an everyday staple. Jack Wallen predicted that at some point ...

Many readers responded to last week’s newsletters about Red Hat’s new security certification. At the end of the piece, I asked if Linux certifications are valid or bogus in the current IT industry.

Employers want Linux skills, but they don't care much about certifications -- and for some, it is a red flag With Linux having gained traction in business, certifications of Linux expertise are ...

With a growing demand for Linux and open source skills, the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) has reduced the cost of its certifications for residents of southern Africa. The LPI recently reviewed ...