The EX200 exam is the official certification assessment for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) credential. It is a fully hands-on, performance-based exam that evaluates a candidate’s ability to manage and configure Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems in real-world scenarios. Instead of theoretical or multiple-choice questions, candidates must complete practical administrative tasks on a live Linux environment. The exam validates essential skills required to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux systems. The EX200 exam focuses on core Linux system administration competencies commonly required in enterprise IT environments. Candidates are tested on their ability to work independently from the command line, manage users and storage, configure networking and security, and maintain system services. The exam is conducted in a controlled environment where accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to best practices are critical. EX200 serves as the foundational certification in the Red Hat certification track and is a prerequisite for advanced Red Hat credentials. Who the EX200 Exam Is Ideal ForThe EX200 exam is ideal for: Entry-level Linux system administrators seeking a globally recognized certification IT professionals working with Linux servers who want to validate hands-on skills Students and career changers aiming to build a strong foundation in Linux administration System administrators preparing for advanced Red Hat certifications DevOps, cloud, and infrastructure professionals who manage Linux-based systems
While there are no formal prerequisites, candidates are expected to have practical experience with Linux command-line operations and system management concepts. Knowledge Areas CoveredThe EX200 exam assesses skills across multiple Linux administration domains, including: Navigating the Linux file system Using shell commands, pipelines, and redirection Editing files and working with text processing tools Managing remote access through secure shell
System Operation and ManagementBooting, rebooting, and shutting down systems safely Managing system services and background processes Scheduling automated tasks Monitoring system performance and logs
Storage and File SystemsCreating and managing partitions Working with logical volumes Mounting and managing file systems Configuring file permissions and ownership
Software ManagementInstalling, updating, and removing software packages Managing software repositories Verifying installed packages and updates
User and Group AdministrationCreating and managing user accounts Managing groups and access permissions Configuring password policies and privileges
NetworkingConfiguring network interfaces Managing IP addressing and hostname resolution Controlling basic network services
Security and Access ControlConfiguring firewall rules Managing secure remote access Working with mandatory access controls Applying security best practices
TroubleshootingIdentifying and resolving system and service issues Diagnosing boot and configuration problems Using logs and system tools for fault analysis
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