Synopses & Reviews
- Eight minibooks spanning over 850 pages deliver the scoop on the latest versions of seven leading Linux distributions: Fedora Core, SUSE, Debian, Xandros, SimplyMEPIS, Knoppix, and Ubuntu
- The DVD includes the full Fedora Core and Knoppix distributions plus ISO images of the other distributions covered, saving hours of downloading time
- This new edition includes all-new coverage of the SimplyMEPIS and Ubuntdistributions, an added section on the Skype Internet telephone system, and expanded coverage of Firefox, SELinux, and OpenOffice.org applications
- The eight minibooks cover Linux basics, desktops, networking, the Internet, administration, security, Internet servers, and programming
- The Linux share of the operating system market is expected to grow from three to 11 percent in the next four years
Note:CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Synopsis
8 books in 1— your key to success with Linux!Your one-stop guide to working with various Linux distributions
Linux is hot! It's cost-effective, secure, and comes in a lot of varieties. And with this book to walk you through it, choosing and using a Linux distribution is time-efficient too. Here's the essential scoop on Fedora Core, SUSE, Debian, Xandros, Knoppix, SimplyMEPIS, and Ubuntu, with information on Firefox, SELinux, and more!
Discover how to
- Install and configure Linux
- Work with multimedia and OpenOffice.org
- Set up a LAN
- Explore SELinux security features
- Manage mail and news servers
- Run Internet and FTP servers
Synopsis
- Organized into eight task-oriented minibooks, this comprehensive 816-page guide shows beginning-to-intermediate users how to get up and running with today's top five Linux distributions: Fedora Core, SUSE, Debian, Xandros, and Knoppix
- The companion DVD features the full installable versions of Fedora Core 3 and Knoppix and the ISO images (saving hours of downloading time) for the following distributions: SUSE live, Debian full version, and Xandros Open Circulation version.
- Features step-by-step installation instructions for each distribution
- The minibooks offer humorous, easy-to-understand coverage of Linux basics, desktops, networking, the Internet, administration, security, Internet servers, and programming
- Lets readers explore the most popular distributions for desktop and server use
Synopsis
8 books in 1 your key to exploring and running Linux!
Your one-stop guide to installing, using, even programming five Linux distributions
Here's Linux in eight handy minibooks plus a DVD with Fedora Core 3 and Knoppix ready to install! This helpful reference walks you step by step through installation and setup for each distribution covered, navigating the desktop, networking, getting online, managing administration and security, working with Linux servers, and even programming. Choose your favorite flavor and get going today!
Discover how to:
- Install and use Fedora™ Core, SUSE™, Debian®, Xandros®, or Knoppix
- Configure and troubleshoot Linux
- Set up a LAN
- Transfer files with FTP
- Perform security audits
- Run Samba and NFS
About the Author
Naba Barkakati is an electrical engineer, expert programmer, and software developer. He's the author of more than 25 books, including Red Hat Linux 9 Professional Secrets.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Book I: Linux Basics.
Chapter 1: Introducing Linux.
Chapter 2: Installing Linux.
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting and Configuring Linux.
Chapter 4: Trying Out Linux.
Book II: Linux Desktops.
Chapter 1: Introducing the GUI Desktops.
Chapter 2: Commanding the Shell.
Chapter 3: Navigating the Linux File System.
Chapter 4: Introducing Linux Applications.
Chapter 5: Using Text Editors.
Book III: Networking.
Chapter 1: Connecting to the Internet.
Chapter 2: Setting Up a Local Area Network.
Chapter 3: Adding a Wireless Ethernet LAN.
Chapter 4: Managing the Network.
Book IV: Internet.
Chapter 1: E-Mailing and IMing in Linux.
Chapter 2: Browsing the Web.
Chapter 3: Reading Newsgroups.
Chapter 4: Using FTP.
Book V: Administration.
Chapter 1: Learning Basic System Administration.
Chapter 2: Managing Users and Groups.
Chapter 3: Managing File Systems.
Chapter 4: Installing and Updating Applications.
Chapter 5: Customizing the Linux Kernel.
Book VI: Security.
Chapter 1: Introducing Linux Security.
Chapter 2: Securing a Linux Host.
Chapter 3: Improving Network Security.
Chapter 4: Performing Computer Security Audits.
Book VII: Internet Servers.
Chapter 1: Managing Internet Services.
Chapter 2: Running a Web Server.
Chapter 3: Setting Up the FTP Server.
Chapter 4: Managing Mail and News Servers.
Chapter 5: Managing DNS.
Chapter 6: Using Samba and NFS.
Book VIII: Programming.
Chapter 1: Programming in Linux.
Chapter 2: Programming in C.
Chapter 3: Writing Shell Scripts.
Chapter 4: Programming in Perl.
Appendix: About the DVD.
Index.