The LPIC-1 Authorized Cert Guide has a single goal: to help you pass the new version of the Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1 exams. The most comprehensive and time-efficient LPIC-1 study guide available, it's an extraordinarily cost-effective alternative to expensive training: a perfect resource for all LPIC-1 candidates. Authored by a leading LPI insider and long-time Linux trainer, it presents focused, straight-to-the-point coverage of all LPIC-1 exam topics, including: System Architecture Linux Installation and Package Management GNU and Unix Commands Devices, Linux Filesystems, Filesystem Hierarchy Standard Shells, Scripting and Data Management User Interfaces and Desktops Administrative Tasks Essential System Services Networking Fundamentals Security From start to finish, it's organized to help you focus your study time where you need the most help, so you can retain more, and earn higher scores: Pre-chapter "Do I Know This Already" (DIKTA) quizzes help you assess your knowledge of each chapter's content, and decide how much time to spend on each section Foundation Topics sections thoroughly explain concepts and theory, and link them to real-world configurations and commands Key Topics icons flag every figure, table, or list you absolutely must understand and remember Chapter-ending Exam Preparation sections deliver even more exercises and troubleshooting scenarios Two full sample exams offer realistic practice delivered through Pearson's state-of-the-art PCPT test engine