December 2020
Beginner
702 pages
18h 33m
English
Overview
Mastering Ubuntu Server is a hands-on guide that covers all aspects of deploying, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Ubuntu Server. Starting from the basics, this book will gradually build your skills toward mastering server administration using Ubuntu 20.04 LTS.
What this Book will help me do
- Effectively manage users, groups, and permissions, enabling better security and user management.
- Automate server configurations with Ansible and streamline deployment workflows.
- Securely configure remote access using Secure Shell (SSH) and learn encryption techniques with LUKS.
- Leverage advanced virtualization and containerization techniques to maximize resource usage.
- Deploy cloud infrastructure with Terraform and orchestrate containers with Kubernetes.
Author(s)
Jay LaCroix is an experienced system administrator and Linux educator, with over a decade of expertise in managing Linux-based servers. He has a deep passion for open-source technologies and enjoys teaching others to master them. Drawing from his practical industry experience, Jay delivers content that is approachable, thorough, and highly actionable.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for system administrators and DevOps professionals who are looking to expand their knowledge of Linux-based systems with a focus on Ubuntu Server. It assumes basic familiarity with Linux and the command line, making it accessible to those with entry-level experience. This guide is perfect for individuals aiming to master server management and integration for professional settings. If you're looking to improve your ability to deploy and maintain enterprise systems, this book will help you achieve that.
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