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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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By B. Gray
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.
22 of 22 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.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By DM
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
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
4.0 out of 5 stars
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 14 months ago by Brian M. Murphree
4.0 out of 5 stars
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 14 months ago by Bcstractor
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 16 months ago by gtemma11
4.0 out of 5 stars
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 on February 3, 2011 by Joe
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 on January 26, 2011 by S. C. Talbot
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 on December 14, 2010 by Antonio Araujo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent day-to-day and reference book for scripting
I purchased this book as a guide when I had to teach myself the basics of Linux and shell scripting for a project at work. Read more
Published on February 25, 2010 by S. Barron
5.0 out of 5 stars
It's really Bible!
I'm Fedora user since Fedora Core 6.
After reading this books I've impreved not only my bash scripting skill, but also console manipulation. Read more
After reading this books I've impreved not only my bash scripting skill, but also console manipulation. Read more
Published on September 25, 2009 by Jurijs Kolomijecs
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book.
This is a good book to get you started on shell scripting. I found one error in the examples, but otherwise it's a great book.
Published on August 24, 2009 by Anderson John
5.0 out of 5 stars
Truly is the Bible
from a to z everything you need to get you started and fully comprehending what Linux is all about
Published on February 6, 2009 by Aevar Gudmundsson
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