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Covers three popular Linux distributions in detail (Red Hat Linux, Slackware Linux, and Debian GNU/Linux)
Has three usable, real-world case studies (a corporate e-commerce software development environment, a home user desktop system, and a Linux-based firewall)
Compliments other more basic texts and fills in their blanks
Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
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Linux-based operating systems are extremely powerful and flexible, but unlocking that power and flexibility requires knowledge and understanding of how the systems work. Tuning and Customizing a Linux System goes beyond the mere basics of using and administrating Linux systemsit covers how the systems are designed. Through detailed analyses of popular Linux distributions, real-world case studies, and example configurations and administration tasks, you will come away with a genuine mastery of Linux-based operating systems (as well as Unix-like systems in general).
Tuning and Customizing a Linux System is geared toward users of Linux systems who already know the basics but aren't yet gurus. The author fills in the gaps left by other books, creating a bridge from the basic "how to" to the plane of true mastery. You'll find detailed examples of what a Linux distribution actually consists of, and youll explore explore three popular distributions in detail, learning useful techniques along the way. This comprehensive guide provides you with a complete, practical understanding of what's going on under the covers.
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Book Title: Tuning and Customizing a Linux System
Authors: Daniel L. Morrill
Publisher: Apress Berkeley, CA
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eBook Packages: Springer Book Archive
Copyright Information: Daniel L. Morrill 2002
Softcover ISBN: 978-1-893115-27-9Published: 31 July 2002
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XXIV, 464
Topics: Open Source, Software Engineering/Programming and Operating Systems