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Linux Administration: A Beginner's Guide Linux Administration: A Beginner's Guide
by Steve Shah and Wale Soyinka
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$26.39 On 7-22-2006 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Administering a Linux system isn't much like administering a Windows machine. Though the goals are similar and comparable problems arise under both environments, they each require administrators to adopt a certain way of thinking about processes and data. Linux Administration: A Beginner's Guide helps readers adapt their Windows experience to Linux work. Author Steve Shah does a great job of clueing Linux newcomers into the environment. His explanations are clear, patient, accurate, and useful, and they cover all aspects of the system administrator's job. He's careful to explain hundreds of commands in a logical way, including lists of options and examples of typical uses in many cases.

But this is no mere command reference or novice's introduction. Shah doesn't shy away from explaining the really interesting aspects of Linux administration, including kernel compilation, Domain Name Service (DNS) configuration, sendmail setup, and establishing firewall protection with IP chaining. For all of these subjects (and many more), this book includes clear statements of what concepts are relevant, which commands to issue, and what to expect in response. It's a great help in self-guided explorations. It's also worth having this book on hand for work assignments--you'll find complete recipes for configuring all major Internet and local area network (LAN) services that also take into account easy maintenance and security. --David Wall

Topics covered: Administering Linux 2.2.x (particularly Red Hat, Caldera, and SuSE distributions). Installation, initial configuration, using the bash command shell, managing files, managing software, and granting rights to users. DNS, FTP, Apache, sendmail, Samba, and other services receive lots of attention. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Harvey Friedman, Linux Journal
"A delight to read. I think this book is well-written enough in explaining what is behind much of Linux." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.



Red Hat Linux Bible: Fedora and Enterprise Edition Red Hat Linux Bible: Fedora and Enterprise Edition
by Christopher Negus
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$49.99 On 7-22-2006 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Book Description
* The latest edition of the top-selling guide to Red Hat Linux
* Provides all the information needed to master the latest version of Red Hat Linux, covering desktop and server basics for Linux newbies as well as advanced techniques and all the latest bells and whistles for Red Hat veterans
* Includes step-by-step instructions that make installation simple and painless
* Explains how to take advantage of the new desktop interface; use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor; automate system tasks; and back-up and restore files
* Features new to this edition include expanded coverage of using Red Hat Linux with Mac OS X, managing and manipulating file systems and disk tuning, system rescue advice, and details on using VmWare and VNC (virtual network computing)
* This is the only book on the market that contains Red Hat's three CD-ROM distribution

Book Info
Guide to harnessing the power of Red Hat Linux on a server, desktop, or laptop computer. Softcover.


Information Security Management Handbook, Fifth Edition Information Security Management Handbook, Fifth Edition
by CISSP, Harold F. Tipton and CISSP, Micki Krause
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$134.43 On 7-22-2006 3.5 out of 5 stars
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A wonderful supplement [to the study guide]. … [H]eavy on practical examples and real-world scenarios … . [The book is] excellent.
- technical Support, Dec. 2004
This is a must-have book for those preparing for the CISSP exam and for any information security professional.
- Zentralblatt MATH 1054, May 2005

Book Description

Since 1993, the Information Security management Handbook has served not only as an everyday reference for information security practitioners but also as an important document for conducting the intense Review necessary to prepare for the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) examination. Now completely revised and updated and in its fifth edition, the handbook maps the ten domains of the Information Security Common Body of Knowledge and provides a complete understanding of all the items in it. This is a must have book, both for preparing for the CISSP exam and as a comprehensive, up-to-date reference.




IT Manager's Handbook: Getting Your New Job Done (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Data Management Systems) IT Manager's Handbook: Getting Your New Job Done (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Data Management Systems)
by Bill Holtsnider and Brian D. Jaffe
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$32.17 On 7-22-2006 3.5 out of 5 stars
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"This book takes new IT Managers on a journey through various facets of the IT world in a very easy-to-follow style. It uncovers typical IT pitfalls and offers useful tips and techniques on becoming a successful IT Manager."
-Lana Finkel, business Unit IT Manager, Xerox Corporation

"I think this is a valuable tool for any person moving into a management role in the IT field. This book presents concepts and ideas that seem like common sense, but no one ever taught you. I now feel like I can perform my job more effectively after reading this book."
-Kenneth Corriveau, Director of Information Technology, DDB Digital
Worldwide

"This book is a superb training manual for an IT Manager. It details everything from HR issues to contract of equipment management and everything in-between. I would highly recommend this book to any newly promoted IT Manager."
-Christine Mathis, Manager of Support Services, Medshares

Book Description


Are you one of many new IT managers with limited managerial experience? Are you a technician or programmer contemplating a move into IT management? Or, has your technical position evolved to include significant management responsibilities?


The IT Manager's Handbook provides essential information to help you manage your new responsibilities. This unique book provides a guide to help you create budgets, manage projects, evaluate technology and hire and motivate personnel. The authors provide sound advice to equip you with an overall, winning strategy for success.

* Provides practical, easily accessible management advice specifically for new IT managers.
* Organizes information modularly, so you can delve directly into the topics that you need to understand.
* Brings you up-to-speed on the business practices that are most critical to effective IT operations: recruiting, resource planning, working with vendors, and more.
* Provides a unique management perspective on the technical issues with the heaviest business ramifications: e-commerce, remote access, system security, LAN/WAN management, intranets, disaster recovery, and more.
* Includes pointers to additional resources, on the Web and in print, that you can turn to for more information on particular topics.



Linux System Administration, Second Edition (Craig Hunt Linux Library) Linux System Administration, Second Edition (Craig Hunt Linux Library)
by Vicki Stanfield and Roderick W. Smith
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$33.99 On 7-22-2006 4.5 out of 5 stars
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"Most Indispensable Linux Book"
--2001 Linux journal Readers Choice Awards

Authoritative Answers to All Your Linux Questions

You can rely on the fully updated second edition of Linux System Administration for answers to all your questions about installing, configuring, and administering Linux. Written by two Linux experts, this book teaches you, step-by-step, all the standard and advanced techniques you need to know to set up and maintain a secure, effective Linux environment. Scores of clear, consistent examples illustrate these techniques in detail--so you stay on track and accomplish all your goals. Coverage includes:
* Installing a Linux server
* Setting up and maintaining user and group accounts
* Setting up Linux system security
* Sharing files using Samba and NFS
* Implementing a backup strategy
* Troubleshooting common Linux problems
* Setting up the X Window System
* Setting up TCP/IP and connecting to the Internet
* Setting up a mail server
* Maintaining filesystems and partitions
* Configuring printers
* Improving system performance
* Writing shell scripts
* Using Webmin for cross-distribution GUI administration
The Craig Hunt Linux Library
The Craig Hunt Linux Library provides in-depth, advanced coverage of the key topics for Linux administrators. topics include Samba, Network Servers, DNS Server Administration, Apache, Security, and Sendmail. Each book in the series is either written by or meticulously Reviewed by Craig Hunt to ensure the highest quality and most complete coverage for networking professionals working specifically in Linux environments.

Book Info
A text showing the average reader how to install and configure Linux correctly, how to maximize Linux's output, how to keep the system from developing bugs by using sound maintenance techniques, how to implement a strategy for backing up data and retrieving lost data, and more. Softcover. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


Mastering Red Hat Linux 9 Mastering Red Hat Linux 9
by Michael Jang
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$33.99 On 7-22-2006 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Help Net Security Magazine, July 18, 2003
It's pretty simple really - you want to know a lot on Red Hat Linux? Get this book, today.

Computerworld New Zealand, August 18, 2003
Donning Red Hat 9: Jang's book is a boost up the Linux learning ladder.


Programming Linux Games Programming Linux Games
by Loki Software, John R Hall, Loki Software Inc, and John R. Hall
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$27.17 On 7-22-2006 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Programming Linux Games discusses important multimedia toolkits (including a very thorough discussion of the Simple DirectMedia Layer) and teaches the basics of Linux game programming. Readers learn about the state of the Linux gaming world, and how to write and distribute Linux games to the Linux gaming community.

Book Info
(No Starch Press) Complete guide to developing Linux games, written by the Linux gaming experts. Softcover.


Red Hat Linux 9 Bible Red Hat Linux 9 Bible
by Christopher Negus
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$31.49 On 7-22-2006 4.0 out of 5 stars
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“…comprehensive, virtually everything is covered…” (PC Utilities, No.39, 2003)

“…describes thoroughly how to use the applications, from the shell and file system to the text editor…”(PC Home, Issue 139, 2003)

PC Home, Issue 139, 2003
&describes thoroughly how to use the applications, from the shell and file system to the text editor&


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