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Mastering Linux Administration - Second Edition
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Mastering Linux Administration - Second Edition

by Alexandru Calcatinge, Julian Balog
March 2024
Intermediate to advanced
764 pages
19h 13m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Mastering Linux Administration empowers readers to become proficient in managing Linux systems and adapting to evolving technologies in IT infrastructure. You'll explore areas like system installation, command-line mastery, cloud deployment, security, and automation, preparing you to tackle a system administrator's daily challenges confidently and effectively.

What this Book will help me do

  • Gain expertise in deploying and managing Linux systems both on-premises and in the cloud.
  • Master the Linux command line and automate tasks using bash scripting and tools like Ansible.
  • Learn modern containerization techniques with Docker and orchestrations with Kubernetes.
  • Enhance your system security knowledge with SELinux, firewalls, and network protection.
  • Understand key concepts for cloud operations using platforms like AWS and Azure.

Author(s)

None Calcatinge and None Balog, seasoned experts and educators in Linux systems, bring their combined decades of experience to this book. Known for their accessible teaching style and hands-on approach, they ensure readers not only learn theory but also practical applications critical in current IT environments.

Who is it for?

This book is designed for Linux administrators looking to enhance their skills and adopt modern technologies. It's equally valuable for IT professionals shifting from other administration systems to Linux. Novices interested in starting with Linux but willing to learn systematically will also find this book invaluable for skill-building.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781837630691