February 2022
Intermediate to advanced
420 pages
8h 7m
English
Overview
In "Linux Service Management Made Easy with systemd," you'll explore the inner workings of the popular init system systemd that modern Linux distributions rely on. This book takes you through creating and managing services, configuring system parameters, and leveraging advanced features like cgroups for resource control with practical, step-by-step examples.
What this Book will help me do
- Manage Linux services using the systemd utility efficiently and effectively.
- Create custom systemd service units that fit specific system needs.
- Use cgroups to manage system resource allocations with security in mind.
- Investigate and resolve boot sequence issues using systemd tools.
- Master logging and performance analysis with journald.
Author(s)
The author, a seasoned Linux system administrator and educator, has over 15 years of hands-on experience managing Linux servers and services across various environments. Known for making complex topics accessible, they have written extensively on Linux system operations, teaching both novice and expert administrators the tricks of the trade.
Who is it for?
This book is perfect for aspiring or current Linux administrators seeking to deepen their expertise in managing and configuring servers using systemd. It's also ideal for developers looking to automate processes, and security specialists aiming to enhance system resiliency. Prior knowledge of Linux CLI basics is recommended to get the most out of this book.
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