CentOS System Administration Essentials

This book, "CentOS System Administration Essentials," serves as a comprehensive guide for mastering CentOS server management. You will learn everything from configuring and managing servers to automating tasks using tools like Puppet and openLDAP. With practical examples and clear explanations, you'll gain the skills to handle real-world challenges effectively.

What this Book will help me do

• Master CentOS command line, including efficient use of Vim editor.
• Understand CentOS booting process, including MBR, GRUB, and Plymouth usage.
• Learn CentOS filesystem structures, hard links, and data access intricacies.
• Manage CentOS software and services with YUM and transition from System V.
• Centralize user and configuration management using openLDAP and Puppet.

Author(s)

Andrew Mallett is an experienced Linux trainer and author specializing in system administration. With years of industry experience and hands-on expertise, Andrew shares practical knowledge to empower readers to confidently administer CentOS systems. His approachable writing style makes complex topics accessible and engaging.

Who is it for?

This book is aimed at Linux administrators wishing to deepen their knowledge of CentOS. It's ideal for those familiar with Linux basics who wish to expand their system administration capabilities. System administrators, IT professionals, and server managers will find this guide highly useful. It also serves as a helpful resource for beginners keen to develop professional CentOS management skills.