June 2025
Beginner to intermediate
1180 pages
37h 48m
English
Overview
Dive into 'Linux: The Comprehensive Guide' to master Linux from fundamentals to advanced server configuration. You'll learn to set up, configure, and secure Linux distributions, navigate popular desktop environments, script with Bash and Zsh, and administer systems like a pro.
What this Book will help me do
- Install and configure Linux distributions across a variety of systems.
- Navigate and customize GNOME and KDE for increased productivity.
- Create and debug shell scripts to automate tasks and manage systems.
- Administer networks, manage resource permissions, and optimize system performance.
- Deploy and manage secure servers using modern best practices and tools.
Author(s)
A Rheinwerk Publishing achievement, this book is contributed to by Michael Kofler, renowned for his extensive expertise in Linux and system administration. Michael's pragmatic approach is coupled with Rheinwerk's dedication to comprehensive and accessible technical literature.
Who is it for?
This book is perfect for IT enthusiasts, professionals aiming to adopt Linux, and students exploring system administration. Whether new to Linux or familiar with its basics, it enables skill development for both desktop mastery and enterprise-level server management.
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