There's a lot to be said for going back to basics. Not only does this Bible give you a quick refresher on the structure of open-source Linux software, it also shows you how to bypass the hefty graphical user interface on Linux systems and start interacting the fast and efficient way?with command lines and automated scripts. You'll learn how to manage files on the filesystem, start and stop programs, use databases, even do Web programming?without a GUI?with this one-stop resource.
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Learn all the command lines for all Linux shells in this one-stop guide
There's a lot to be said for going back to basics. Not only does this Bible give you a quick refresher on the structure of open-source Linux software, it also shows you how to bypass the hefty graphical user interface on Linux systems and start interacting the fast and efficient way—with command lines and automated scripts. You'll learn how to manage files on the filesystem, start and stop programs, use databases, even do Web programming—without a GUI—with this one-stop resource.
Understand the Linux desktop and various command-line parameters
Learn filesystem navigation, file handling, and the basics of bash shell commands
Write shell scripts to automate routine functions and reports
Harness nesting loops and structured commands
Monitor programs, master file permissions, and make queries
Run scripts in background mode and schedule jobs
Use sed, gawk, and regular expressions
Explore all alternate shells, including ash, tcsh, ksh, korn, and zsh
About the Author
Richard Blumhas worked in the IT industry for over 18 years as both a systems and network administrator. He has administered UNIX, Linux, Novell, and Microsoft servers, as well as help design and maintain a 3,500-user network utilizing Cisco switches and routers. He has automated network monitoring with Linux shell scripts and written scripts in most of the common Linux shell environments. He is the author of several books, including Professional Linux Programming (Wrox) and Linux For Dummies, 8th Edition (Wiley).
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have been a linux enthusiast for 7 years, a system administrator for 4. This provides concise explanations with outstanding illustrations that provide a comprehensive list of switches for each of the commands discussed, I really wish there was an electronic copy available.....
This should be the first book you purchase when looking to become a command line ninja.
This should be the first book you purchase when looking to become a command line ninja.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A good introduction to the Linux back end and a thorough description of all the basic Linux commands. From my perspective I would have liked to see less on alternate shells and more on the additional commands available as open-source routines, but on the whole this covered the field extremely well for beginners and occasional scripters who need reminding.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I'm a computer science student but I have not previously focused much on shell scripting, but this book has greatly aided me in:
- understanding the history of command line interfaces and exactly what the Linux terminals are emulating
- the basics of the major shells
- administrating a Linux system with shell scripts
I find myself referencing this book more often then the textbook I was assigned for class.
- understanding the history of command line interfaces and exactly what the Linux terminals are emulating
- the basics of the major shells
- administrating a Linux system with shell scripts
I find myself referencing this book more often then the textbook I was assigned for class.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Well-paced and easy to follow
Great book, actually!
I only have a few minor complaints where the book really doesn't give you much insight into certain key areas (as to how or why), such as: In... Read more
I only have a few minor complaints where the book really doesn't give you much insight into certain key areas (as to how or why), such as: In... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Brian M. Murphree
Do scripts? Get this book....
I'm a newbie penquinisto, so I needed all the help I can get. This book has been a good purchase for the information that I have been needing to write shell scripts and understand... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Charles Thurman
Did it really need a Bible quote?
Great book but I could have done without the bible quote and acknowledgement to skygods. Good coverage of how to decode and write shell scripts.
Published 2 months ago by Bcstractor
True of the title
I bought this book because the book that was recommended for my college course was horrible to learn from, so I bought this one. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Riley
Great Book on Linux and shell scripting
This book is great to learn about Linux in general and to get started with scripting. There is a lot of information about other shells such as csh, zsh, korn and bash. Read more
Published 3 months ago by gtemma11
Easily understood
I am taking a Linux class in grad school for my Computer Information Technology degree. The textbook we have was written in 2005 and really isn't user friendly. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Donna Beach
Linux
Es el mejor libro en su tipo que he consultado hasta el momento, abarca aspectos que van desde la explicación de lo que realmente es linux hasta topicos avanzados de lo que... Read more
Published 12 months ago by saulMX
Nice for core basics
This book is excellent for the beginner in Linux. It has everything to introduce a new user to the world of the Linux command line. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Joe
Good Enough for the Gander, A Gaggle of Geese and a Gambler
I've only reached up to the beginning of the shell scripting section. There is plenty of material covering linux basics that lays the groundwork for shell scripting to come. Read more
Published 16 months ago by S. C. Talbot
Amazing book for learning linux shell scripting
I've read the first 10 chapters of the books and so far it's amazing. The book has a lot of information and covers a lot of useful Linux commands. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Antonio Araujo
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shell commands, handling user input, script control, login roles, extended regular expression, basic regular expression, gawk program, command line interface prompt, current session tab, typeset command, sed editor, shell script programmers, field separation character, cat datal, xterm package, green elephant jumps, gawk command, escape control code, zsh shell, function diskspace, getopt command, getopts command, data stream text, cat testl, dash shell Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Advanced Shell Scripting, Shell Scripting Basics, Advanced Topics, Alternative Linux Shells, Adding Color, Applications Places System, Basic Script Building, Using the Web, Using Structured Commands, Variable Description, Using Linux Environment Variables, Using E-Mail, Most Linux, More Structured Commands, The Kate, Parameter Description, Riley Mullen, Haley Snell, Microsoft Windows, Creating Functions, Rich Blum, Ima Test, Hello World, Fri Feb, Understanding Linux File Permissions Browse Sample Pages:
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shell commands, handling user input, script control, login roles, extended regular expression, basic regular expression, gawk program, command line interface prompt, current session tab, typeset command, sed editor, shell script programmers, field separation character, cat datal, xterm package, green elephant jumps, gawk command, escape control code, zsh shell, function diskspace, getopt command, getopts command, data stream text, cat testl, dash shell Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Advanced Shell Scripting, Shell Scripting Basics, Advanced Topics, Alternative Linux Shells, Adding Color, Applications Places System, Basic Script Building, Using the Web, Using Structured Commands, Variable Description, Using Linux Environment Variables, Using E-Mail, Most Linux, More Structured Commands, The Kate, Parameter Description, Riley Mullen, Haley Snell, Microsoft Windows, Creating Functions, Rich Blum, Ima Test, Hello World, Fri Feb, Understanding Linux File Permissions Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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