Linux All-in-One For Dummies, 7th EditionFor Dummies, 2022by Richard Blum |
Description
Linux All-in-One For Dummies 7th Edition breaks down the ever-popular operating system to its basics and trains users on the art of Linux. This handy reference covers all the latest updates and operating system features. It presents content on Linux desktops, applications, and more. With eight books in one, you'll have access to the most comprehensive overview of Linux around. Explore the inner workings of Linux machines, so you'll know Linux front to back. This all-inclusive handbook also walks you through solving Linux problems - complete with hands-on examples - so you'll be a Linux whiz before you know it.
-Get familiar with Linux as you install and customize the operating system
-Learn how to navigate the file system, use the Linux shell, and get online
-Become a Linux guru with server hosting, scripting, and security how-tos
-Study for your Linux certification by using this complete guide as your reference
This book is a massive source of support for beginning and intermediate Linux users, as well as those looking to brush up on their knowledge for certification. And, thanks to the signature Dummies approach, it's also a lot of fun.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Book 1: Getting Started with Linux
Chapter 1: Introducing Linux
Chapter 2: Installing Linux
Chapter 3: Living in a Virtual World
Chapter 4: Trying Out Linux
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and Customizing Linux
Book 2: Linux Desktops
Chapter 1: The GNOME Desktop
Chapter 2: The KDE Plasma Desktop
Chapter 3: Other Popular Desktops
Chapter 4: Linux Desktop Applications
Chapter 5: The Linux File System
Chapter 6: Text Editors
Book 3: Networking
Chapter 1: Connecting to the Internet
Chapter 2: Setting Up a Local Area Network
Chapter 3: Going Wireless
Chapter 4: Managing the Network
Book 4: Administration
Chapter 1: Working with the Shell
Chapter 2: Introducing Basic System Administration
Chapter 3: Managing Users and Groups
Chapter 4: Managing File Systems
Book 5: Managing Linux Servers
Chapter 1: Hosting Internet Services
Chapter 2: Managing a Web Server
Chapter 3: Managing a Database Server
Chapter 4: Working with Samba and NFS
Chapter 5: Managing Mail Servers
Book 6: Security
Chapter 1: Introducing Linux Security
Chapter 2: Securing Linux
Chapter 3: Vulnerability Testing and Computer Security Audits
Book 7: Scripting
Chapter 1: Introductory Shell Scripting
Chapter 2: Advanced Shell Scripting
Chapter 3: Programming in Linux
Book 8: Linux Certification
Chapter 1: Studying for the Linux Professional Institute Exams
Chapter 2: Studying for the CompTIA Linux+ Exam
Chapter 3: Other Linux Certifications
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