August 2020
Beginner
328 pages
8h 21m
English
Overview
Ubuntu 20.04 Essentials is your comprehensive guide to mastering the Ubuntu 20.04 distribution, covering both the desktop and server editions. This book provides a clear and thorough understanding of Ubuntu's installation, management, and advanced features, helping you navigate tasks from configuring network services to virtualizating systems.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the process of installing and configuring Ubuntu 20.04 effectively.
- Set up and manage secure environments using Ubuntu's firewall and SSH capabilities.
- Deploy and utilize containers and virtual machines for modern application hosting.
- Configure and network file-sharing services like Samba and NFS on Ubuntu.
- Efficiently manage system resources such as disk volumes and swap spaces.
Author(s)
Neil Smyth is an experienced author and Linux system administrator with a deep passion for open-source technologies. With years spent mastering Ubuntu and its related ecosystems, Neil brings his expertise and practical insights to this work. His writing is known for its clear structure and approachable explanations, making even complex topics accessible to readers.
Who is it for?
This book is tailored for network engineers, system administrators, and Linux enthusiasts eager to deepen their knowledge of Ubuntu 20.04. It is ideal for readers with a fundamental understanding of Linux who aim to tackle tasks such as server management, containerization, and resource optimization. Those seeking practical, hands-on experience will find this guide invaluable.
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