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Linux Administration Best Practices
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Linux Administration Best Practices

by Scott Alan Miller
March 2022
Beginner to intermediate
404 pages
12h 56m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

"Linux Administration Best Practices" offers a comprehensive guide to mastering Linux system administration by focusing on foundational concepts and best practices. You'll learn to understand the strategic decision-making behind effective system management, moving beyond troubleshooting tasks to aligning Linux systems with business goals efficiently.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand core roles and responsibilities of a Linux system administrator.
  • Learn strategies for effective risk assessment and administration decisions.
  • Master approaches to managing backups and disaster recovery processes.
  • Implement best practices for Linux-specific system configurations.
  • Enhance troubleshooting skills with effective practices to resolve issues proactively.

Author(s)

Scott Alan Miller possesses years of expertise working with Linux systems as a system administrator and engineer. His practical knowledge combines with a thoughtful approach to explaining concepts clearly. Scott emphasizes understanding systemic reasons behind systems management, helping readers think like experts.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for established administrators wishing to refine their expertise, beginners aiming to move into professional administration roles, or IT professionals looking for a comprehensive overview of effective Linux system management. Readers should have basic familiarity with Linux and desire to deepen their systemic knowledge.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781800568792