CHAPTER 16

Securing Linux

In this chapter, you will learn about

•   Securing the system

•   Controlling user access

•   Managing system logs

•   Enhancing group and file security

In today’s world, security is a key issue in every organization. A Linux systems administrator needs to be aware of the security threats affecting the architecture. This chapter covers how to can increase the security of the Linux system.

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