Linux The Complete Reference Sixth Edition

Your one-stop guide to Linux--fully revised and expanded Get in-depth coverage of all Linux features, tools, and utilities from this thoroughly updated and comprehensive resource, designed for all Linux distributions. Written by Linux expert Richard Petersen, this book explains how to get up-and-running on Linux, use the desktops and shells, manage applications, deploy servers, implement security measures, and handle system and network administration tasks. With full coverage of the latest platform, Linux: The Complete Reference, Sixth Edition includes details on the very different and popular Debian (Ubuntu) and Red Hat/Fedora software installation and service management tools used by most distributions. This is a must-have guide for all Linux users. Install, configure, and administer any Linux distribution Work with files and folders from the BASH, TCSH, and Z shells Use the GNOME and KDE desktops, X Windows, and display managers Set up office, database, Internet, and multimedia applications Secure data using SELinux, netfilter, SSH, and Kerberos Encrypt network transmissions with GPG, LUKS, and IPsec Deploy FTP, Web, mail, proxy, print, news, and database servers Administer system resources using HAL, udev, and virtualization (KVM and Xen) Configure and maintain IPv6, DHCPv6, NIS, networking, and remote access Access remote files and devices using NFSv4, GFS, PVFS, NIS, and SAMBA

Covering the newest release, Red Hat 6.2, this book includes in-depth information on Linuxconf--an all-purpose configuration to replace the traditional Red Hat tools--administration with Red Hat tools, and KDE and Gnome, the major GUIs that come with Red Hat. The CD contains Red Hat Linux 6.2.

Over the last few years, Linux has grown both as an operating system and a tool for personal and business use. Simultaneously becoming more user friendly and more powerful as a back-end system, Linux has achieved new plateaus: the newer filesystems have solidified, new commands and tools have appeared and become standard, and the desktop--including new desktop environments--have proved to be viable, stable, and readily accessible to even those who don't consider themselves computer gurus. Whether you're using Linux for personal software projects, for a small office or home office (often termed the SOHO environment), to provide services to a small group of colleagues, or to administer a site responsible for millions of email and web connections each day, you need quick access to information on a wide range of tools. This book covers all aspects of administering and making effective use of Linux systems. Among its topics are booting, package management, and revision control. But foremost in Linux in a Nutshell are the utilities and commands that make Linux one of the most powerful and flexible systems available. Now in its fifth edition, Linux in a Nutshell brings users up-to-date with the current state of Linux. Considered by many to be the most complete and authoritative command reference for Linux available, the book covers all substantial user, programming, administration, and networking commands for the most common Linux distributions. Comprehensive but concise, the fifth edition has been updated to cover new features of major Linux distributions. Configuration information for the rapidly growing commercial network services and community update services is one of the subjects covered for the first time. But that's just the beginning. The book covers editors, shells, and LILO and GRUB boot options. There's also coverage of Apache, Samba, Postfix, sendmail, CVS, Subversion, Emacs, vi, sed, gawk, and much more. Everything that system administrators, developers, and power users need to know about Linux is referenced here, and they will turn to this book again and again.

The Definitive Guide to Ubuntu--Covers Ubuntu 8.04 LTS Maximize the powerful features of Ubuntu with expert guidance, tips, and techniques from bestselling Linux author Richard Petersen. Packed with clear explanations and detailed examples, this comprehensive volume shows you how to get off the ground with Ubuntu, set up hardware and Internet connections, and use the latest system and network administration utilities. Ubuntu: The Complete Reference covers the desktops, shells, and administration tools for users, printers, services, and networks. Get full details on the latest Ubuntu-compatible office, mail, Web, and multimedia software, along with remote access (Vinagre), virtualization (KVM and Xen) and service managment (Upstart).You'll also learn how to interoperate with Windows networks and deploy reliable security using PolicyKit, Seahorse, AppArmor, SELinux, netfilter, and the Secure Shell. Install Ubuntu using Live CDs, the Install DVD, or Wubi Windows virtual disk Configure printers, devices, and network connections Access Linux using GNOME, KDE, KDE4, and XFce desktops Manage software with Synaptic Package Manager and APT Work with the BASH shell command, configuration, and file management capabilities Use office, Web (Firefox 3), mail, and multimedia applications (PulseAudio) Manage file systems including RAID and LVM Secure Ubuntu using PolicyKit authentication, Seahorse encryption, SSH and Kerberos security, AppArmor access controls, and Firestarter and UFW firewalls Use SAMBA and NFS to share network resources

Linux Complete is a one-of-a-kind book--valuable both for its broad content and its low price. Not only does Linux Complete provide beginners with the essential information they need to get up and running, it features coverage for budding network administrators with topics such as Samba and Apache. Linux Complete starts out by walking you through installation, showing you how to perform basic tasks, and how to use the X Windows, KDE, and GNOME desktops. From there, you'll delve into connecting to the Internet, configuring and administrating a basic network, and security essentials. Next, Linux Complete shows you how to integrate Linux servers into your Windows network with Samba, how to set up an Apache Web Server and how to use Sendmail, an essential component of any Linux system. Linux Complete introduces you to the work of some of Sybex's finest authors, so you'll know where to go to learn even more about Linux. Inside: Linux Fundamentals * Installing Linux * Performing Basic Commands and Tasks * Using GNOME and KDE * Working with Multimedia Basic Networking and Communications * Understanding and Configuring TCP/IP Networking * Creating and Maintaining Accounts * Connecting to the Internet * Configuring Hardware and Internet Servers * Configuring Server Services Security * Linux Security Primer * Building the Most Secure Linux System * Securing Network Services Samba and Apache * Understanding and Integrating SMB/CIFS * Installing and Configuring Samba * Understanding Apache * Installing Apache * Using the Apache Core Directives * Locating, Installing, and Using Apache Modules Sendmail--Visit the Sybex website for these bonus materials * Installing and Running Sendmail * Downloading and Compiling Sendmail * Creating a Basic Sendmail Configuration

Do You Want to Master The Linux Operating System? Would You Like to Start Leveraging The Command Line System Fast and Easily? If your answer yes, but you have no programming experience, then this book will provide the basic knowledge and tools you need to become a successful programmer with Linux Operating System! As an operating system, Linux is very efficient and has an excellent design. It is multitasking, multi-user, multi-platform and multiprocessor; on Intel platforms run in protected mode. It protects the memory so that a program cannot bring down the rest of the system. It loads only the parts of a program that are used and shares memory between programs increasing speed and decreasing memory usage. In The Linux Programming Bible, you'll discover everything you need to know to master shell scripting and make informed choices about the elements you employ. Here is what you'll learn from this groundbreaking book- Step-by-step instructions to set up and install Debian/GNU Linux Install virtual machines All about the Shell The Linux Directory Structure Write scripts that use AWK to search and reports on log files All the Linux commands you'll use most often Directory Hierarchy How to install your first few useful software on Linux System Configuration the Structure of /etc Environment Variables And Much More! This book is for anyone getting familiar with the Linux OS, and those looking for test-prep content as they study for the level-1 Linux certification! Whether you're a novice that wants to get up to speed using Linux or you're a power user looking for a reference guide with tips to help you become more productive faster than you could have imagined. Click the "Buy Now" button to get started with Linux right away!