Unlike some operating systems, Linux doesn't try to hide the important
bits from you--it gives you full control of your computer. But to truly
master Linux, you need to understand its internals, like how the system
boots, how networking works, and what the kernel actually does.
In this completely revised second edition of the perennial best seller
How Linux Works, author Brian Ward makes the concepts behind Linux
internals accessible to anyone curious about the inner workings of the
operating system. Inside, you'll find the kind of knowledge that
normally comes from years of experience doing things the hard way.
You'll learn:
-How Linux boots, from boot loaders to init implementations (systemd,
Upstart, and System V)
-How the kernel manages devices, device drivers, and processes
-How networking, interfaces, firewalls, and servers work
-How development tools work and relate to shared libraries
-How to write effective shell scripts
You'll also explore the kernel and examine key system tasks inside user
space, including system calls, input and output, and filesystems. With
its combination of background, theory, real-world examples, and patient
explanations, How Linux Works will teach you what you need to know to
solve pesky problems and take control of your operating system.
