This is the definitive book on the Domain Name System (DNS), the powerful scheme that facilitates the translation of English-like domain names (www.amazon.com) into computer-comprehensible Internet Protocol (IP) addresses (208.216.182.15). If you run a DNS server of any kind, particularly under Unix, you need to have this book on hand. This book's early chapters give a view of...
O’Reilly, 2005. — 342 p. With hacks that any user can follow, Linux Desktop Hacks demonstrates how easy it is to modify Linux to suit your desires. The book is packed with tips on customizing and improving the interface, boosting performance, administering your desktop, and generally making the most out of what X, KDE, Gnome, and the console have to offer.
O’Reilly, 2003 — 352 p. Computer security is an ongoing process, a relentless contest between system administrators and intruders. A good administrator needs to stay one step ahead of any adversaries, which often involves a continuing process of education. If you're grounded in the basics of security, however, you won't necessarily want a complete treatise on the subject each...
O’Reilly, 2001. — 560 p. SSH is a popular protocol for securing your network connections. It's reliable, robust, and reasonably easy to use, and both free and commercial implementations are widely available for most operating systems. Everything you want to know about SSH is in our second edition of SSH, The Secure Shell: The Definitive Guide. This updated book thoroughly...
O’Reilly Media, 2005 - 544 p. Linux consistently appears high up in the list of popular Internet servers, whether it's for the Web, anonymous FTP, or general services such as DNS and delivering mail. But security is the foremost concern of anyone providing such a service. Any server experiences casual probe attempts dozens of time a day, and serious break-in attempts with some...
O’Reilly, 2002. - 448 p. This book provides a unique balance of "big picture" principles that transcend specific software packages and version numbers, and very clear procedures on securing some of those software packages. An all-inclusive resource for Linux users who wish to harden their systems, the book covers general security as well as key services such as DNS, the Apache...
O’Reilly, 2006. — 1066 p. If you've ever wondered how Linux carries out the complicated tasks assigned to it by the IP protocols - or if you just want to learn about modern networking through real-life examples - Understanding Linux Network Internals is for you. Like the popular O’Reilly book, Understanding the Linux Kernel, this book clearly explains the underlying concepts...
3 edition: O’Reilly, 2005 — 944 p. In order to thoroughly understand what makes Linux tick and why it works so well on a wide variety of systems, you need to delve deep into the heart of the kernel. The kernel handles all interactions between the CPU and the external world, and determines which programs will share processor time, in what order. It manages limited memory so well...
3rd Edition. — O’Reilly, 2005. — 636 p. Over the years, this bestselling guide has helped countless programmers learn how to support computer peripherals under the Linux operating system, and how to develop new hardware under Linux. Now, with this third edition, it's even more helpful, covering all the significant changes to Version 2.6 of the Linux kernel. Jon's Introduction....
Prentice Hall, 2006 — 352 p. With User Mode Linux you can create virtual Linux machines within a Linux computer and use them to safely test and debug applications, network services, and even kernels. You can try out new distributions, experiment with buggy software, and even test security. Now, for the first time, the creator and maintainer of User Mode Linux shows how to put...
O’Reilly, 2004. - 312 p. ISBN: 9780596005832 In Linux Unwired, you'll learn the basics of wireless computing, from the reasons why you'd want to go wireless in the first place, to setting up your wireless network or accessing wireless data services on the road. The book provides a complete introduction to all the wireless technologies supported by Linux. You'll learn how to...
Charles River Media, 2003 - 590 p. Most computer users utilize the Windows operating system. Today, however, a growing number are either moving to Linux or would like the option. One factor holding many people back is the fear of learning a new operating system and applications. This book uses a friendly style to walk the user through the transition from Windows to Linux,...
O’Reilly, 2003. - 944 p. Comprehensive but concise, Linux in a Nutshell is an essential desktop reference for the commands that users of Linux utilize every day. It covers all substantial user, programming, administration, and networking commands for the most common Linux distributions. It's several quick references rolled into one: sed, gawk, RCS, CVS, vi, Emacs, bash, tcsh,...
A-List Publishing, 2005 — 500 p. Concentrating on Linux installation, tuning, and administration, this guide to protecting systems from security attacks demonstrates how to install Linux so that it is tuned for the highest security and best performance, how to scan the network and encrypt the traffic for securing all private traffics in a public network, and how to monitor and...
O’Reilly, 2003. - 240 p. Linux Server Hacks is a collection of 100 industrial-strength hacks, providing tips and tools that solve practical problems for Linux system administrators. Every hack can be read in just a few minutes but will save hours of searching for the right answer. Some of the hacks are subtle, many of them are non-obvious, and all of them demonstrate the power...
2nd edition: Digital Press, 2002 — 256 p. Unlike so many books that focus on how to use Linux, Linux and the Unix Philosophy explores the "way of thinking that is Linux" and why Linux is a superior implementation of this highly capable operating system. This book is a revision and expansion of a computer science classic. Every chapter has been thoroughly updated with Linux...
This book is the comprehensive guide to Samba administration, officially adopted by the Samba Team. Wondering how to integrate Samba's authentication with that of a Windows domain? How to get Samba to serve Microsoft Dfs shares? How to share files on Mac OS X? These and a dozen other issues of interest to system administrators are covered. A whole chapter is dedicated to...
Sams, 2006. - 400 p. Linux Phrasebook is sure to become the pocket guide that you keep within reach at all times. This concise, handy reference can be used "in the street, " just like a language phrasebook. Skipping the usual tutorial on Linux, the Linux Phrasebook goes straight to practical Linux uses, providing immediate applicable solutions for day-to-day tasks. It includes...
Peachpit Press, 2005. — 304 p. — ISBN: 978-0321205490. If you've mastered the flavors, commands, and technical jargon surrounding Unix, are comfortable working from within the command line, and are now itching to take your Unix skills to the next level, this is the place to start! Using a task-based teaching style and easy visual approach, author Chris Herborth does more than...
O’Reilly Media, 2006 - 512 p. GNU/Linux is an immensely popular operating system that is both extremely stable and reliable. But it can also induce minor headaches at the most inopportune times, if you're not fully up to speed with its capabilities. A unique approach to running and administering Linux systems, Linux Annoyances for Geeks addresses the many poorly documented and...
O’Reilly, 2003. - 184 p. This compact book provides a user-friendly tour for the uninitiated of the Mac Unix base. You can safely explore Terminal and familiarize yourself with the command line, learning as you go about the hundreds of Unix programs that come with your Mac. You'll begin to understand the power and flexibility of Unix. And if Unix isn't new to you, you'll...
IBM Press, 2005 - 576 p. Linux Server Performance Tuning provides the knowledge and skills needed to understand and improve the performance of Linux servers. It describes the collective practical experience of IBM Linux Technology Center experts in Linux performance monitoring, evaluation and measurement, analysis, and tuning of Linux servers. It discusses methodologies for...
Prentice Hall, 2006 — 624 p. Linux is a fast-growing operating system with power and appeal, and enterprises worldwide are quickly adopting the system to utilize its benefits. But as with all operating systems, performance problems do occur causing system administrators to scramble into action. Finally, there is a complete reference for troubleshooting Linux-quickly! Linux...
Title: Kochan S. , Wood P. , Unix Shell Programming, 3rd Edition Publisher: Sams Year: 2003 ISBN: 0672324903 Unix Shell Programming is a tutorial aimed at helping Unix and Linux users get optimal performance out of their operating out of their operating system. It shows them how to take control of their systems and work efficiently by harnessing the power of the shell to solve...
No Starch Press, 2005. - 464 p. ISBN: 1593270364 The Linux Enterprise Cluster explains how to take a number of inexpensive computers with limited resources, place them on a normal computer network, and install free software so that the computers act together like one powerful server. This makes it possible to build a very inexpensive and reliable business system for a small...
O’Reilly, 2006 — 198 p. Written by a leading developer and maintainer of the Linux kernel, Linux Kernel in a Nutshell is a comprehensive overview of kernel configuration and building, a critical task for Linux users and administrators. No distribution can provide a Linux kernel that meets all users' needs. Computers big and small have special requirements that require...
Sams Publishing, 2005. - 432 p. The Linux kernel is one of the most interesting yet least understood open-source projects. It is also a basis for developing new kernel code. That is why Sams is excited to bring you the latest Linux kernel development information from a Novell insider in the second edition of Linux Kernel Development. This authoritative, practical guide will...
Prentice Hall, 2005 — 384 p. Linux Desktop Garage is the inside tips and tricks book that every desktopLinux user wishes they had when they got started. While most Linux booksconcentrate on information for administrators who are running servers, thereare now many users adopting Linux for use in every day tasks. This book givespractical advice and instruction for the growing...
Prentice Hall, 2006 — 720 p. Port Your Unix(R) Applications to Linux(R)-Quickly, Efficiently, and Reliably Increasingly, developers, architects, and project managers face the challenge of porting their C, C++, and Java applications from Unix(R) to Linux(R) environments. Now, there's a definitive, start-to-finish guide to porting applications from today's most widely used Unix...
Publisher: O’Reilly. Pub Date : October 2002 p. : 448. Ripped by Caudex 2002. This book provides a unique balance of "big picture" principles that transcend specific software packages and version numbers, and very clear procedures on securing some of those software packages. An all-inclusive resource for Linux users who wish to harden their systems, the book covers general...
By Kyle Rankin Publisher : O’Reilly. Pub Date : October 2004. Pages: 280. Knoppix Hacks is an invaluable collection of one hundred industrial-strength hacks for new Linux users, power users, and system administrators using--or considering using--the Knoppix Live CD. These tips and tools show how to use the enormous amount of software on this live CD to troubleshoot, repair,...
Second Edition. - Prentice Hall PTR, February 10, 2003. - 1440 p. About The Book Relevant URLs Manual Pages Supplied with This Book Conventions Used in this Book Section1. HP-UX System Administration Booting (PDC, ISL, hpux), Secure Web Console, GSP Configuration, vPars Booting Installing HP-UX Logical Volume Manager and Veritas Volume Manager Building an HP-UX Kernel Devices...
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1996 This completely updated classic (originally titled Practical Unix Programming) demonstrates how to design complex software to get the most from the Unix operating system. Unix Systems Programming provides a clear and easy-to-understand introduction tothe essentials of Unix programming. Starting with short code snippetsthat illustrate...
August 2005; Pages: 216 This comprehensive guide shows you how to customize RT - the widely used request ticketing system - to better fit your organization's business needs. After introducing you to what ticketing systems are, the book shows you how to install and configure RT. From there, it explains how to perform simple tasks that will turn your RT server into a highly...
O’Reilly, 2004. - 580 p. This unique and valuable collection of tips, tools, and scripts provides clear, concise, hands-on solutions that can be applied to the challenges facing anyone running a network of Linux servers from small networks to large data centers in the practical and popular problem-solution-discussion O’Reilly cookbook format. The Linux Cookbook covers...
Prentice Hall PTR, 2005. - 1008 p. The essential reference for core commands that Linux users need daily, along with superior tutorial on shell programming and much more System administrators, software developers, quality assurance engineers and others working on a Linux system need to work from the command line in order to be effective. Linux is famous for its huge number of...
Sybex Books, 2002. - 656 p. Linux continues to evolve, and Sybex is there to keep you abreast of the new developments with a revised edition of Linux System Administration, the book selected as one of the "Most Indispensable Linux Books" in the 2001 Linux Journal Readers Choice Awards. Fully updated to cover the latest Linux kernel, 2.4 and the newest version of Red Hat Linux,...
This is THE guide to Unix network programming APIs. Whether you write Web servers, client/server applications, or any other network software, you need to understand networking APIS-especially sockets in greater detail than ever before. You need Unix Network Programming, Volume 1, Third Edition. In this book, the Authors offer unprecedented, start-to-finish guidance on making...
No Starch Press, 2004. - 347 p. This guide describes the inner workings of a Linux system beginning with the file system and boot process and covering advanced topics such as networking, firewalls, development tools, device management, shell scripts, and sharing printers with Samba. How Linux Works — What Every Super-User Should Know The Basics Devices, Disks, Filesystems, and...
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