Linux in Action

Linux in Action
Authors: David Clinton
ISBN-10: 1617294934
ISBN-13: 9781617294938
Edition: 1
Released: 2018-09-16
Paperback: 384 pages
Book Description
Linux in Action is a task-based tutorial that will give you the skills and deep understanding you need to administer a Linux-based system. This hands-on book guides you through 12 real-world projects so you can practice as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review of best practices,new terms,and exercises.
You can’t learn anything without getting your hands dirty—including Linux. Skills like securing files,folders,and servers,safely installing patches and applications,and managing a network are required for any serious user,including developers,administrators,and DevOps professionals. With this hands-on tutorial,you’ll roll up your sleeves and learn Linux project by project.
Linux in Action guides you through 12 real-world projects,including automating a backup-and-restore system,setting up a private Dropbox-style file cloud,and building your own MediaWiki server. You’ll try out interesting examples as you lock in core practices like virtualization,disaster recovery,security,backup,DevOps,and system troubleshooting. Each chapter ends with a review of best practices,new terms,and exercises.
What’s inside
Setting up a safe Linux environment
Managing secure remote connectivity
Building a system recovery device
Patching and upgrading your system