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Comparison of Linux Distributions

This course explores the history of Linux, the differences between Linux and Unix, and popular Linux distributions.

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What you'll learn

Hello, and welcome to the **Comparison of Linux Distributions** course. We'll begin the course at a high level and discuss what Linux is. We'll also discuss the history of Linux, as well as the differences between Linux and Unix. Then, we'll explore some of the popular Enterprise-level and Desktop Linux distributions. Next, you'll practice what you've learned with a series of hands-on labs and test your skills on working with various Linux distributions. Lastly, we'll wrap up the course with a brief conclusion as well as what could be next for you on your journey with Pluralsight.

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The Cloud Content team comprises subject matter experts hyper focused on services offered by the leading cloud vendors (AWS, GCP, and Azure), as well as cloud-related technologies such as Linux and DevOps. The team is thrilled to share their knowledge to help you build modern tech solutions from the ground up, secure and optimize your environments, and so much more!

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