I recently started watching the AWS CBT Nuggets and I'm thoroughly impressed with Amazon Web Services. What stood out was the cost of running a Linux server versus Windows. It made me think how knowing Linux (LAMP) and having an AWS certiciation could open doors.

I brought it up because I see a lot of interest on this forum in Linux as a career. I can definitely see how having a Linux and AWS certification could be positive, especially in areas where startups are common. If you are interested in learning Linux and you lack the capability to set up a lab, consider AWS. They offer a free trial for a year and you can setup a fully operational Linux server. No charge. If you blow it up, you just reload the incident again.