Linux

Linux operating systems are powerful operating systems offering increased stability, higher levels of security, and lower cost than commercial operating systems. The Linux system is particularly attractive to small-and mid-sized businesses. Interest in Linux is high and growing rapidly.

Linux was created using the Open Source model which means that everyone has access to the source code used for the program, can view it, see how it operates, and modify it if they wish. This is in contrast to the proprietary, closed source model used by commercial software developers. There are a variety of applications available for Linux today and many of these open-source applications have been ported to run on a Windows environment as well. These include such programs as Star Office, Open Office, Evolution, Mozilla, Gimp, MySQL and PostresSql. Many of these programs are gaining a large foothold in the business community and the demand for skill and knowledge in this area is high.

The Linux Certificate will provide students with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to work in a Linux/Open Source environment. Students enrolled in this Certificate program must have a solid background in computer use and significant experience with at least the Windows or Mac (OSX) operating system.