X Windows System Administrator's Guide, Vol 8 (Definitive Guides to the X Window System)

Preface

This preface outlines who should be reading this book, and what readers should expect from it.

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How to Use this Book

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Acknowledgments

Preface

UNIX machines can be difficult to maintain. Traditionally, UNIX administration has meant juggling dozens of configuration files and supporting end users who may not understand how the system actually works. Because it is infinitely flexible, UNIX can be a power-user's paradise and a beginner's nightmare, with the administrator sandwiched somewhere in between.

This book is designed to bridge that gap. It provides detailed information and procedures for setting up a system that gives users access to the full power of X, without the headaches.

How to Use this Book

This book has been written to be useful to as many types of X Window System administrators as possible. Some readers are full-time system administrators at large academic sites who are well-versed in UNIX and X, but are always looking for new tips. Other readers are part-time administrators at smaller sites who know a good amount about UNIX and X but are tired of always having to reinvent the wheel. Still other readers are workstation owners who are forced to do their own administration, interested only in getting their system running smoothly.

Since this book is aimed at such a wide audience, not all readers will be interested in every chapter. If we ...