LPI Linux Essentials 010-160 FAQ
The Linux Professional Institute is the world’s first and largest vendor-neutral Linux certification body. LPI’s main focus is to create as many opportunities for everyone by making open source skills certification. The Linux 010-160 exam is an entry-level for elevating the career of individuals in Linux. This exam validates your skills, and knowledge about the Linux operating system and Linux command line. Candidates planning to take the LPI Linux Essentials Exam must go through the LPI Linux Essentials 010-160 FAQ, to get a deeper insight into the exam.
Top LPI Linux Essentials 010-160 FAQ
General FAQ
1. What are the benefits of certification?
The main point of distinction between LPI and other Linux certification programs is that LPI certification exams are entirely vendor-independent and also distribution neutral. This enables candidates to showcase their skills across the distributions giving you the flexibility essential in working in a wide range of environments.
2. Why do you use written tests?
LPI prefers written exams as these exams are accepted as standardized exams globally. For a more detailed explanation, see the Exam Development Process.
LPI Linux Essentials 010-160 FAQ
3. How many tests are required to achieve certification?
- Linux Essentials – one exam
- LPIC-1 – two exams, 101 and 102
- LPIC-2 – two exams, 201 and 202
- LPIC-3 – one specialty exam, 300 or 303 or 304
- DevOps Tools Engineer – one exam, 701 (+LPIC-1 or OS equivalent recommended)
- BSD Specialist – one exam, 702
Note: Linux Essentials is a single exam, educational certificate program, not a professional certification.
4. Does it matter which version of the exams I write?
No, you are free to take any version of the exam. Whenever LPI releases a new version of any exam, then the previous version remains available for a maximum of 6 months. This is to allow candidates to take the version that they have prepared for.
5. How much do LPI exams cost?
The Linux Essentials exam price is $120 USD. And all the other LPIC exam fee is $200 USD each. This price varies depending upon the region and currency exchange rates.
6. Where can I take the exams?
LPI certification exams are offered in-person, worldwide at Pearson VUE testing centers. Visit Pearson VUE to locate the nearest testing centers.
7. How long are the exams?
The Essentials exams contains 40 questions with a time duration of 60 minutes. All the other exams contain 60 questions having a time limit of 90 minutes.
8. How are the LPIC test scores computed?
The exam weights for all the LPIC exams are standardized to 60 weights. Every LPI certification exam ranks on a scale from 200 to 800, having a passing score of 500.
9. What is the platform LPI uses for online exams?
LPI uses the Pearson VUE’s OnVUE testing platform.
10. What are the technical and logistical requirements for writing an OnVUE online exam?
The main requirement includes a Mac or Windows OS. However, LPI is encouraging Pearson VUE to make the testing available on Linux systems as well. For more information visit: https://home.pearsonvue.com/vue-test/onvue.
11. In how many languages we can take the exam?
The exam languages are English, German, Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese (Brazilian), Chinese (Simplified), and Chinese (Traditional).
12. Is the pricing for the exams going to stay the same for online testing? Can I use an exam voucher that I’ve already purchased?
Yes, exam pricing shall remain to be the same. Purchasing a voucher will help you schedule your online test with OnVUE.
13. When will I get my results?
After completing your exam, you will immediately receive your results and a score report. Within 24 hours, Pearson VUE will then transfer your exam results to LPI, post which your certification will be issued by LPI.
14. When will more exams and languages become available for online testing?
These updates for the Linux Essentials exam will publish on LPI’s coronavirus page.
Certification FAQ
15. How do I verify my certification status for potential employers?
You can verify your certification on LPI’s Certification Verification page. You must enter your LPI ID and certification verification code.
16. How long will it take to receive my certification package once I’ve passed?
Your certification will be sent via regular post within 6-8 weeks for delivery. However, for Linux Essentials Exam, no physical certification will be issued.
17. Can I receive a PDF copy of my certificate?
Yes, you can download a PDF copy of your certificate from the overview page from your lpi.org account.