Do you want a good reason to learn about Linux? I’ll give you one: According to Dice, the leading career site for technology and engineering professionals, nine out of ten IT hiring managers are looking for Linux pros.

The best way to learn Linux is to download a distribution, like Linux Mint. and start working with it. If you don’t like learning to swim by diving into the deep end of the pool, another great way to start picking up Linux is to take a class. And, lucky you, beginning August 1st, The Linux Foundation, in conjunction with online education giant edX, is offering a free Introduction to Linux course.

Linux Foundation’s free online intro to Linux class opens its doors. More>