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Linux All-In-One For Dummies

Richard Blum (Author)

9781119901921, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 22 November 2022

576 pages
23.1 x 18.5 x 3.3 cm, 0.748 kg

Linux is for everyone!

Linux All-in-One For Dummies 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.

Introduction 1

Book 1: Getting Started with Linux 5

Chapter 1: Introducing Linux 7

Chapter 2: Installing Linux 21

Chapter 3: Living in a Virtual World 39

Chapter 4: Trying Out Linux 53

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and Customizing Linux 63

Book 2: Linux Desktops 85

Chapter 1: The GNOME Desktop 87

Chapter 2: The KDE Plasma Desktop 93

Chapter 3: Other Popular Desktops 103

Chapter 4: Linux Desktop Applications 115

Chapter 5: The Linux File System 133

Chapter 6: Text Editors 155

Book 3: Networking 171

Chapter 1: Connecting to the Internet 173

Chapter 2: Setting Up a Local Area Network 185

Chapter 3: Going Wireless 199

Chapter 4: Managing the Network 207

Book 4: Administration 223

Chapter 1: Working with the Shell 225

Chapter 2: Introducing Basic System Administration 249

Chapter 3: Managing Users and Groups 287

Chapter 4: Managing File Systems 297

Book 5: Managing Linux Servers 311

Chapter 1: Hosting Internet Services 313

Chapter 2: Managing a Web Server 331

Chapter 3: Managing a Database Server 349

Chapter 4: Working with Samba and NFS 373

Chapter 5: Managing Mail Servers 385

Book 6: Security 401

Chapter 1: Introducing Linux Security 403

Chapter 2: Securing Linux 419

Chapter 3: Vulnerability Testing and Computer Security Audits 449

Book 7: Scripting 465

Chapter 1: Introductory Shell Scripting 467

Chapter 2: Advanced Shell Scripting 479

Chapter 3: Programming in Linux 487

Book 8: Linux Certification 513

Chapter 1: Studying for the Linux Professional Institute Exams 515

Chapter 2: Studying for the CompTIA Linux+ Exam 529

Chapter 3: Other Linux Certifications 535

Index 539

Subject Areas: Computer networking & communications [UT]

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