Mastering Linux System Administration

Product Description

Achieve Linux system administration mastery with time-tested and proven techniques 
In Mastering Linux System Administration, Linux experts and system administrators Christine Bresnahan and Richard Blum deliver a comprehensive roadmap to go from Linux beginner to expert Linux system administrator with a learning-by-doing approach. Organized by do-it-yourself tasks, the book includes instructor materials like a sample syllabus, additional review questions, and slide decks. 
Amongst the practical applications of the Linux operating system included within, you’ll find detailed and easy-to-follow instruction on: 

Installing Linux servers, understanding the boot and initialization processes, managing hardware, and working with networks 
Accessing the Linux command line, working with the virtual directory structure, and creating shell scripts to automate administrative tasks 
Managing Linux user accounts, system security, web and database servers, and virtualization environments 

Perfect for entry-level Linux system administrators, as well as system administrators familiar with Windows, Mac, NetWare, or other UNIX systems, Mastering Linux System Administration is a must-read guide to manage and secure Linux servers. 

From the Inside Flap

Achieve Linux System Administration Mastery With This Hands-On Guide
Whether you’re already a Linux system administrator or just learning the ropes, Mastering Linux® System Administration gives you a comprehensive roadmap to Linux proficiency. An expert author team delivers a learning-by-doing approach to Linux system administration, offering do-it-yourself tasks and detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. Included instructor materials provide readers with a sample syllabus, additional review questions, and slide decks for classroom use.
The book prepares you to manage and secure Linux servers on private networks and over the Internet and is ideal for entry-level administrators as well as those familiar with Windows, Mac, NetWare, and other UNIX servers.
Coverage includes:

Understanding the components of Linux servers
Navigating file management and storage on a Linux system
Adding a computer to a Linux network
Using the command line to create, move, delete, and archive files
Turning commands into scripts and using the command line editor
Identifying user types and creating users and groups
Setting permissions and ownership and creating special directories
Securing Linux systems on public and private networks
Encrypting connections to Linux systems over a network
Installing and managing Web and Database servers

Understand the Kernel, Interface, and GNU
Install Ubuntu and Red Hat Servers
Install and Maintain Linux Software
Work With The Linux Shell
Manage and Explore Files in Linux

From the Back Cover

Achieve Linux System Administration Mastery With This Hands-On Guide
Whether you’re already a Linux system administrator or just learning the ropes, Mastering Linux® System Administration gives you a comprehensive roadmap to Linux proficiency. An expert author team delivers a learning-by-doing approach to Linux system administration, offering do-it-yourself tasks and detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. Included instructor materials provide readers with a sample syllabus, additional review questions, and slide decks for classroom use.
The book prepares you to manage and secure Linux servers on private networks and over the Internet and is ideal for entry-level administrators as well as those familiar with Windows, Mac, NetWare, and other UNIX servers.
Coverage includes:

Understanding the components of Linux servers
Navigating file management and storage on a Linux system
Adding a computer to a Linux network
Using the command line to create, move, delete, and archive files
Turning commands into scripts and using the command line editor
Identifying user types and creating users and groups
Setting permissions and ownership and creating special directories
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