Beginning the Linux Command Line

by Sander van Vugt

Overview

This is Linux for those of us who don't mind typing. All Linux users and administrators tend to like the flexibility and speed of Linux administration from the command line in byte-sized chunks, instead of fairly standard graphical user interfaces. Beginning the Linux Command Line follows a task-oriented approach and is distribution-agnostic.

• Work with files and directories.
• Administer users and security.
• Understand how Linux is organized.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781430218890
Publisher:	Apress
Publication date:	04/27/2009
Series:	Expert's Voice in Open Source
Edition description:	1st ed.
Pages:	392
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.20(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Sander van Vugt is an independent trainer and consultant, living in the Netherlands and working throughout the European Union. He specializes in Linux and Novell systems, and has worked with both for more than 10 years. Besides being a trainer, he is also an author, having written more than 20 books and hundreds of technical articles. He is a Master Certified Novell Instructor (MCNI) and holds LPIC-1 and -2 certificates, as well as all important Novell certificates.

Table of Contents

1. Starting Linux Command-Line Administration.- 2. Performing Essential Command-Line Tasks.- 3. Administering the Linux File System, including Btrfs.- 4. Working with Text Files.- 5. Managing Partitions and Logical Volumes.- 6. Managing Users and Groups.- 7. Managing Permissions.- 8. Managing Software.- 9. Process and System Management.- 10. System Logging.- 11. Configuring the Network.- 12. Configuring the File Server.- 13. Working with the Kernel.- 14. Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting.- A. Installing Linux.

Editorial Reviews

Beginning the Linux Command Line gives the reader practical information without overwhelming with detail, yet still fills in background where context is necessary for real understanding. The final chapter, on shell scripting, is a good example of the author’s well-paced tutorial approach, and leaves the reader prepared for tackling many admin tasks.” (The MagPi, Issue 45, May, 2016)

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