Download or read book Linux Companion for System Administrators written by Jochen Hein and published by Addison Wesley Longman. This book was released on 1999 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical reference is divided into two parts for ease of use, showing how a Linux system might be configured to be employed by a wide range of different users. The first part describes the operating system in detail, while the second section explores Linux networking and Internet connectivity.
Download or read book Linux Companion written by Mark F. Komarinski and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 1996 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Linux is an offshoot of the broader type of operating system known as UNIX. Aimed at users with a knowledge of DOS and Windows, this book provides a guide to working with Linux
Download or read book Linux System Administration Recipes written by Juliet Kemp and published by Apress. This book was released on 2009-12-10 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The job of Linux systems administrator is interrupt-driven and requires constant learning in byte-wise chunks. This book gives solutions to modern problems—even some you might not have heard of—such as scripting LDAP, making Mac clients play nice with Linux servers, and backup, security, and recovery scripts. Author Juliet Kemp takes a broad approach to scripting using Perl and bash, and all scripts work on Debian or Red Hat lineage distributions. Plus, she dispenses wisdom about time management, dealing with desperate colleagues, and how to avoid reinventing the wheel! Learn how to love LDAP scripting and NFS tuning Make Perl serve you: don't be enslaved by Perl Learn to change, craft, and feel empowered by recipes that change your life
Download or read book Linux Advanced for SysAdmin written by Ryan Juan and published by GitforGits. This book was released on 2024-05-27 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building upon fundamental Linux skills, this book is designed to elevate your expertise to handle intricate tasks crucial for senior system administrators. To begin with, we will revisit key administrative tasks, providing a solid foundation for the advanced topics to come. This includes managing files, directories, packages, system services, and user permissions to ensure you’re up to speed. We then dive into the critical aspects of network management, wherein we learn to configure network interfaces, manage IP addresses and routing, set up and secure network services like DHCP and DNS, and monitor network performance using tools such as Wireshark. We then move to explore iptables and firewalld, configure firewalls, implement AppArmor, and perform security audits with Lynis. The chapter also covers monitoring system logs for security breaches and using intrusion detection systems like Snort. Then, the chapter on Database Management demonstrates to work with databases in Linux, including installing and configuring PostgreSQL, designing databases, performing migrations, and securing database systems. This chapter equips you with the skills to manage database operations efficiently. The next chapter teaches you to monitor CPU and memory usage, track network performance, and analyze system logs using tools like Nagios and Zabbix. You will also learn to set up alerts and notifications to maintain optimal system performance. Later, we focus on automating routine tasks using shell scripting, cron, anacron, awk, and sed. You will learn to write scripts for system audits, resource management, and backup and recovery. Finally, the book covers large-scale deployments, Kubernetes, cluster management, load balancing, and kernel customization. Key Learnings Get the most out of AppArmor, firewalld, and iptables to boost up security. Take advantage of Nagios, Zabbix, and Wireshark to keep your systems and networks running smoothly. Get PostgreSQL up and running, migrate databases, and automate routine tasks; all while keeping databases secure. Resolve complex issues and maintain system health and uptime with troubleshooting skills. Optimize resource utilization, set up scalability, and ensure high availability by managing clusters. Improve your service's performance and dependability with sophisticated load balancing strategies. Personalize Linux's kernel in terms of speed, security, and hardware compatibility. Automate complex tasks with shell scripting, cron, and anacron. Table of Content Up and Running with System Administration Essentials Managing Networks Security and Monitoring Database Management System Health Monitoring Automation and Scripting Advanced System Administration
Download or read book Multitool Linux written by Michael Schwarz and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2002 with total page 579 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique, practical resource goes beyond the "how to install Linux" books to detail ways that people and businesses can solve real-world problems with free, open source software. The authors present a series of real-world business computing situations, both for the home and business user, and then tell what Linux and free software provides to solve the problem.
Download or read book Linux Basics for SysAdmin written by Ryan Juan and published by GitforGits. This book was released on 2024-05-23 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For students, aspiring IT specialists, and working professionals, "Linux Basics for SysAdmin" is a great starting point for learning the fundamentals of Linux, including the command line and all the tools and commands needed to manage enterprise systems. At first, you are introduced to the Linux environment, with a focus on browsing the filesystem, using basic commands, managing files and directories, and becoming acquainted with the shell. You'll also learn about package management and how to handle system startup and shutdown efficiently. After that, you'll learn all about system configuration files, 'systemd' for managing system services, crontab for job scheduling, and 'at' and 'batch' for automating processes. You will also learn about system performance monitoring, log files, backup and restore procedures, disk partitioning, and remote management via SSH. Afterwards, the book delves into topics such as dependency management, system hardware configuration, kernel upgrades, and device driver management, as well as package management with 'apt' and 'yum'. You'll also learn how to create and manage repositories, and install and setup virtual machines with VirtualBox. In the end, the book covers a wide range of topics, including creating and managing user accounts, editing user profiles, setting ownership and permissions for files, using ACLs, managing user sessions, configuring sudo for administrative tasks, implementing password policies, working with PAM, and managing group memberships. An understanding of the basics of Linux system administration will be yours by the time you finish this book. Key Learnings Master essential Linux commands to efficiently navigate and manage the system's file structure. Gain proficiency in user and group management to ensure secure access control and permissions. Learn to configure and manage system services with 'systemd' for streamlined service administration. Implement and enforce robust password policies for enhanced security and user account protection. Understand and utilize package management tools for seamless software installation. Set up and manage virtual machines with VirtualBox to create isolated, reproducible development environments. Use Access Control Lists (ACLs) to fine-tune file permissions beyond the standard Unix model. Schedule and automate tasks using 'cron', 'at', and 'batch' to improve system efficiency and reliability. Monitor system performance and logs to proactively identify and address potential issues. Securely configure and use SSH for remote management and administration of Linux systems.
Download or read book Linux System Administration written by Dee-Ann LeBlanc and published by Paraglyph Press. This book was released on 2000-08 with total page 748 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides immediate solutions to the most common Linux installation and configuration tasks. It expertly explains the complexities of upgrading an existing Linux installation and rebuilding from source. It covers the use of the most common major Linux servers and utilities, including Apache, Sendmail, majordomo, DHCP, Samba, ISC BIND, and Coda.Covers kernel configuration, networking, system security, Internet services, LAN services, file systems, and much more. Author- Dee-Ann LeBlanc
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Download or read book Linux Network Administrator s Guide written by Olaf Kirch and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2000 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introduction to networking on Linux now covers firewalls, including the use of ipchains and Netfilter, masquerading, and accounting. Other new topics in this second edition include Novell (NCP/IPX) support and INN (news administration).
Download or read book Linux System Security written by Scott Mann and published by Prentice Hall Professional. This book was released on 2000 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On Linux security
Download or read book Linux System Administration written by Vicki Stanfield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-10-11 with total page 654 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Most Indispensable Linux Book" --2001 Linux Journal Readers Choice Awards Authoritative Answers to All Your Linux Questions You can rely on the fully updated second edition of Linux System Administration for answers to all your questions about installing, configuring, and administering Linux. Written by two Linux experts, this book teaches you, step-by-step, all the standard and advanced techniques you need to know to set up and maintain a secure, effective Linux environment. Scores of clear, consistent examples illustrate these techniques in detail--so you stay on track and accomplish all your goals. Coverage includes: * Installing a Linux server * Setting up and maintaining user and group accounts * Setting up Linux system security * Sharing files using Samba and NFS * Implementing a backup strategy * Troubleshooting common Linux problems * Setting up the X Window System * Setting up TCP/IP and connecting to the Internet * Setting up a mail server * Maintaining filesystems and partitions * Configuring printers * Improving system performance * Writing shell scripts * Using Webmin for cross-distribution GUI administration The Craig Hunt Linux Library The Craig Hunt Linux Library provides in-depth, advanced coverage of the key topics for Linux administrators. Topics include Samba, Network Servers, DNS Server Administration, Apache, Security, and Sendmail. Each book in the series is either written by or meticulously reviewed by Craig Hunt to ensure the highest quality and most complete coverage for networking professionals working specifically in Linux environments.
Download or read book Essential System Administration Pocket Reference written by Æleen Frisch and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2002-11-20 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're a Unix system administrator, then the information you need every day just to get your job done could fill a book--a very large book. But, practically speaking, you don't want to stop and thumb through a weighty volume each time a problem arises. Your answer is the Essential System Administration Pocket Reference, the only system administration reference that fits in your pocket. Concise and easy-to-use, this little book is the portable companion to the classic Essential System Administration by AEleen Frisch.The Essential System Administration Pocket Reference is a quick reference to all the fundamental and essential tasks required to run such divergent Unix systems as Solaris, Linux, AIX, BSD, SuSe, Red Hat, and more. Beginners and experienced administrators alike will quickly be able to apply its principles and advice to solve everyday problems. The book is divided into three parts: Commands, Syntax and Their Applications, Configuration Files and Formats, and Operating System Specific Information. The information in this book is a must-have for any administrator or user of a Unix system.O'Reilly's Pocket References have become a favorite among technology professionals everywhere. By providing a wealth of important details in a concise, well-organized format, these handy books deliver just what you need to complete the task at hand. When you've reached a sticking point and need to get to a solution quickly, the new Essential System Administration Pocket Reference is the book you'll want to have.
Download or read book UNIX and Linux System Administration Handbook written by Evi Nemeth and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2017-09-14 with total page 1471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “As an author, editor, and publisher, I never paid much attention to the competition—except in a few cases. This is one of those cases. The UNIX System Administration Handbook is one of the few books we ever measured ourselves against.” —Tim O’Reilly, founder of O’Reilly Media “This edition is for those whose systems live in the cloud or in virtualized data centers; those whose administrative work largely takes the form of automation and configuration source code; those who collaborate closely with developers, network engineers, compliance officers, and all the other worker bees who inhabit the modern hive.” —Paul Vixie, Internet Hall of Fame-recognized innovator and founder of ISC and Farsight Security “This book is fun and functional as a desktop reference. If you use UNIX and Linux systems, you need this book in your short-reach library. It covers a bit of the systems’ history but doesn’t bloviate. It’s just straight-forward information delivered in a colorful and memorable fashion.” —Jason A. Nunnelley UNIX® and Linux® System Administration Handbook, Fifth Edition, is today’s definitive guide to installing, configuring, and maintaining any UNIX or Linux system, including systems that supply core Internet and cloud infrastructure. Updated for new distributions and cloud environments, this comprehensive guide covers best practices for every facet of system administration, including storage management, network design and administration, security, web hosting, automation, configuration management, performance analysis, virtualization, DNS, security, and the management of IT service organizations. The authors—world-class, hands-on technologists—offer indispensable new coverage of cloud platforms, the DevOps philosophy, continuous deployment, containerization, monitoring, and many other essential topics. Whatever your role in running systems and networks built on UNIX or Linux, this conversational, well-written ¿guide will improve your efficiency and help solve your knottiest problems.
Download or read book Linux System Administration Handbook written by Mark F. Komarinski and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 1998 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technical and practical explanations are given of every major system administration task, including security, Internet setup, hardware configuration, and file serving. The CD-ROM contains OpenLinux from Caldera, the most popular business version of Linux.
Download or read book Automating Linux and Unix System Administration written by Nathan Campi and published by Apress. This book was released on 2009-02-01 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author focuses solely on how UNIX and Linux system administrators can use well-known tools to automate tasks, even across multiple systems.
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Download or read book Red Hat RHCSA 8 Cert Guide written by Sander van Vugt and published by Pearson IT Certification. This book was released on 2019-11-04 with total page 1174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the eBook version of the print title. Learn, prepare, and practice for Red Hat RHCSA 8 (EX200) exam success with this Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning. Master Red Hat RHCSA 8 EX200 exam topics Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes Review key concepts with exam-preparation tasks Practice with four unique practice tests Learn from two full hours of video training from the author’s Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Complete Video Course, 3rd Edition. Red Hat RHCSA 8 Cert Guide is a best-of-breed exam study guide. Leading Linux consultant, author, and instructor Sander van Vugt shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. The book presents you with an organized test-preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time, including Basic system management: Installation, tools, file management, text files, RHEL8 connections, user/group management, permissions, and network configuration Operating running systems: Managing software, processes, storage, and advanced storage; working with systemd; scheduling tasks; and configuring logging Advanced system administration: Managing the kernel and boot procedures, essential troubleshooting, bash shell scripting Managing network services: Configuring SSH, firewalls, and time services; managing Apache HTTP services and SE Linux; and accessing network storage
