CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005)

Free practice tests, topic drills and exam strategy for the CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) credential, administered by CompTIA. Each topic below has dedicated practice variants with answer explanations.

90 questions / 90 minExam length

720 / 900Passing standard

$369 USDExam fee

4Topic domains

Practice by topic domain

Click any topic to start a drill. Each topic has two practice variants — do them on different days for spaced repetition.

System Management

2 practice variants · 12 questions each · instant scoring

Variant 1 · Variant 2

Security

2 practice variants · 12 questions each · instant scoring

Variant 1 · Variant 2

Scripting, Containers & Automation

2 practice variants · 12 questions each · instant scoring

Variant 1 · Variant 2

Troubleshooting

2 practice variants · 12 questions each · instant scoring

Variant 1 · Variant 2

About the Linux+

The CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) is administered by CompTIA and runs 90 questions / 90 min, with a passing score of 720 / 900. The current exam fee is $369 USD. The official candidate handbook and registration is available from the CompTIA directly: view the official exam page →

This credential is part of the Technology & IT career field. Information-technology certifications open the door to help-desk, network-engineering, cloud and cybersecurity careers. Most IT exams are vendor-neutral (CompTIA), vendor-specific (Cisco, Microsoft, AWS) or open-source community-driven (Linux Professional Institute). Hands-on lab time and well-built practice questions are the proven path to passing on the first sit.