LPIC-1 is the first certification in the multi-tiered professional certification program offered by the Linux Professional Institute (LPI). The LPIC-1 certification validates the candidate's ability to perform maintenance tasks from the command line, install and configure a Linux computer, and set up a basic network.

The LPIC-1 certification is designed to reflect current research and authenticate the candidate's skills in real-world system administration. The objectives are directly related to practical tasks in the field.

To obtain the LPIC-1 certification, a candidate must be capable of:

• Understanding the architecture of a Linux system.
• Installing and maintaining a Linux workstation, including X11, and configuring it as a network client.
• Working with the Linux command line, including common GNU and Unix commands.
• Managing files, permissions, and system security.
• Performing basic maintenance tasks: assisting users, adding users to a larger system, backup and restore, shutdown and reboot.

The LPIC-1 certification is designed to demonstrate practical skills in the real world and provides a strong foundation for further advancements in Linux system administration.

In order to obtain the LPIC-1 certification, you must pass the exams for both 101 and 102.