Chapter 1 Linux Origins -- Chapter 2 Installing Linux from a CD-ROM -- Chapter 3 Getting Started Using the Linux System -- Chapter 4 Files and Directories in Linux -- Chapter 5 Using Files in Linux -- Chapter 6 Linux File Permissions -- Chapter 7 Shell Basics -- Chapter 8 Basic Linux Utilities -- Chapter 9 Advanced Linux Utilities -- Chapter 10 The vi Editor -- Chapter 11 Shell Variables and the User Environment -- Chapter 12 Linux Processes and Process Control -- Chapter 13 Shell Programming
Summary
An indispensable working resource for IT professionals moving to Linux-based network systems. This new edition of Linda and Al McKinnon's book satisfies a long-standing need among IT professionals for a comprehensive guide to installing and administering Linux-topics usually covered in a more superficial manner as parts of larger Linux references. In addition to providing complete step-by-step installation instructions, this fast-paced guide shows readers how to perform all essential administrative tasks, including creating users and passwords, managing files and directories, and customizing t
