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.