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by Roderick Smith (Author) "ALTHOUGH LINUX IS A software product, it depends heavily on the hardware upon which it runs-and Linux runs on a very wide range of hardware..." (more)
Key Phrases: main kernel file, emergency recovery system, most distributions ship, Red Hat, Control Center, Bypassing Automatic Configurations (more...)

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Linux, a robust UNIX-like open source operating system, is reportedly installed on over 20 million computers. While Red Hat is by far the most popular version of Linux, there are several other major distributions: Debian, Mandrake, Slackware, and UnitedLinux--the merging of Caldera/SCO, Connectiva, SuSE, and TurboLinux.

Linux Power Tools goes well beyond the other books and gives you the advanced skills you need to become the ultimate power user for ALL Linux distributions. Expert Linux author Roderick W. Smith provides step-by-step instructions for customization, optimization, troubleshooting, shortcuts, and using the best 3rd party tools. Packed full of undocumented tips and tricks, this rare resource teaches you how to unleash the full power of Linux.

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Step-by-Step Instructions Show You How to Supercharge Your Linux System

Wondering if it's possible to work more efficiently in the X Window System, or squeeze more oomph from your existing hardware? Or perhaps you're searching for a way to improve your web browser's performance, or want to know how to choose the best mail server for your needs. If you've mastered the basics and are itching to go beyond, Linux Power Tools can take you there. Spanning a broad range of topics (from ALSA to zombies), Linux Power Tools covers the top five Linux distributions (Debian, Mandrake, Red Hat, Slackware, and SuSE). Using his easy-to-follow style, Linux expert Rod Smith shares his secrets for creating the optimum Linux system, from top to bottom.

Coverage includes:

Optimizing Hardware

Creating the Perfect GUI Environment

Using Digital Image Tools

Fine-tuning the X Window System

Doing Real Work in Text Mode

Using Multiple Operating Systems

Managing Packages Efficiently

Optimizing Your Filesystem

Improving Network Performance

Preventing and Detecting Intrusions

Getting the Most From Your Web Server

Blocking That Obnoxious Spam Mail

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Paperback: 656 pages
Publisher: Sybex; 1 edition (June 25, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0782142265
ISBN-13: 978-0782142266
Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.5 x 1.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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ALTHOUGH LINUX IS A software product, it depends heavily on the hardware upon which it runs-and Linux runs on a very wide range of hardware. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
main kernel file, emergency recovery system, most distributions ship, startup script links, local startup script, filesystem type code, system map file, smoothed fonts, typeli nst, jail directory, basic networking features, default mail server, foreign filesystems, recompile your kernel, unnecessary servers, dsel ect, miscellaneous servers, startup script directory, mki sofs, automatic configuration tools, primary boot loader, main control window, secondary boot loader, system initialization script, runlevel number

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Red Hat, Control Center, Bypassing Automatic Configurations, Controlling Network Access, Gain Control, Using External Peripherals, Microsoft Office, Miscellaneous User Tools, Optimizing System Architecture Usage, Protecting Your System, Ogg Vorbis, Rock Ridge, Microsoft Word, Delivering E-Mail, Domain Name System, Menu Panel, System Monitor, Providing Remote Login Access, Summary Linux, File Associations, Microsoft Windows, Window Maker, Common Internet File System, Desktop Preferences, Getting More

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Linux Sendmail Administration (Craig Hunt Linux Library) by Craig Hunt on page 509
Programming Spiders, Bots, and Aggregators in Java by Jeff Heaton in Back Matter
Linux Filesystems by William Von Hagen on page 252
Unix Shell Programming by Stephen G. Kochan on page 79
Linux System Administration, Second Edition (Craig Hunt Linux Library) by Vicki Stanfield in Front Matter

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5.0 out of 5 stars Key tools for every day use, August 8, 2003

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There are an awful lot of books on the market that talk about Open Source operating systems, explaining them in all of their technical glory. But once you get past the excitement of all that, you have to face the fact that you've got a computer in front of you, and you have to do something with it. That is where Linux Power Tools comes in: it is the users' guide for *using* computers -- everything from configuring desktops to setting up your sound system (and MP3 players)to security systems to SAMBA (working with windows). It is well-written and clear, and a great point-of-departure for folks who want to make Linux a productive part of their daily lives.

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4.0 out of 5 stars For the experienced novice who is ready for more., May 29, 2004

By	Henry E. Alubowicz (Lafayette, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

"Linux Power Tools" is NOT like "Unix Power Tools" published by O'Reilly. If you were expecting the same, you'll
be disappointed. Otherwise this is a good general Linux book, which takes it up a notch. To quote the author,
Rodrick W. Smith in his intro, "This book is written for experienced Linux or Unix users who want to take their
general knowledge of Linux to the next level." The author does a good job on focusing on this target and still
keeping the book to around 600 pages.

Author covers the five Linux distros; Mandrake, Red Hat, SuSE, Debian and Slackware on the Intel 32-bit platform.
If you are a Linux novice who wants to move up from Linux intro books and/or plan to use the five covered Linux
distros, then this is a good book for you. If you're focusing on one single specific Linux distro, you might be
better off settling on another book covering just that distribution.

If you've plenty of Unix/Linux experience you may want to thumb through this book before deciding to buy it.

Don't expect any subject to be covered real deep. Author covers the defaults, the easy setups, and the common
setups. Many of the chapters (topics) are books unto themselves. The author starts many of his chapters with
this same caveat. If you need more depth on a specific subject, the author references some URIs (URLs) and
some other titles to consult.

Rodrick W. Smith, has written a number of other good books ("Linux Hardware Book" & "The Multi-Boot Configuration
Handbook"). This one is also well written. I especially like the opinions he's expresses on various applications
and releases. I wish he would have included more. Examples are good. More examples would have been nice.
But I suspect it was another trade-off in keeping the number of pages down. Personally I found the info on USB,
scanners, audio and kernel hacking to be useful to me.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The 2nd linux book you should read, February 15, 2004

By	D. Hunter "dhunter21" (San Diego, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've noticed that there is a glut of ultra beginner linux books on the market... books that teach basic linux commands, explain what shells are, lead you through installations... this is not quite one of those books. Mr. Smith's text dives a deeper into linux issues and tackles subjects such as security, kernel compiling, optimization, hardware configuration, and server setup, among other topics.
Being an uber-geek myself, the first thing I wanted to do with linux was compile a kernel. How cool is that? Its tough to find a good coverage of all the kernel options (even the help inside the kernal configs are spotty), but while the chapter on kernels is not complete, it is definately a nice survey.

My only major complaint with this book is in regards to the chapters on the UIs. They do not provide any more information other than enumerating different programs and window managers one can use on their system.

For those diving into Linux, this is definately a top pick. I'm sure experienced users may find some nuggets as well.

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