Linux Bible 2010 Edition: Boot Up to Ubuntu, Fedora, KNOPPIX, Debian, openSUSE, and 13 Other Distributions 6th Edition

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The definitive guide to the basics of one of the most popular operating systems in the world

Whether you're a first-time Linux user or you're migrating from another operating system, this book is an ideal introductory guide for getting comfortable with the building-block nature of Linux. Written by bestselling author Christopher Negus, this guide is packed with in-depth descriptions on the basics of Linux desktops, servers, and programming tools and gets you up to speed on all the new and exciting features of the newest version: Linux 2010. Negus walks you through transitioning from Windows or Mac and helps you find the Linux distribution that best meets your needs.

You'll explore more than 18 Linux distributions, including the latest versions of Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, OpenSUSE, Slackware, Knoppix, Gentoo, Mandriva, SLAX, and more. Plus, you'll discover how to set up secure, fully functioning Linux server systems and get up-to-date installation advice.

Topics Covered:

Getting off the Ground with Linux
Running a Linux Desktop
Learning System Administration Skills
Setting Up Linux Servers
Choosing and Installing Different Linux Distributions
Programming in Linux

Linux Bible 2010 Edition walks you through the details of the various Linux distributions and updates you on the latest networking, desktop, and server enhancements.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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"If you are already a Linux user and want to know more about the technical aspects mentioned above, or want to experiment with other distributions than the one you are familiar with, then this book is for you. It will help you avoid buying a dozen different books with very similar content." (Computing Reviews, October 2010)

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Voted one of the five "Favorite Linux Books of All Time" by readers of Linux Journal!

Try out 18 different Linux distributions to see which one is right for you

Many Internet sites you visit or gadgets you use are run by Linux systems. Now you can try out Linux on your own PC! Run Linux live or install it side by side with your Windows or Mac OS system. This book includes step-by-step instructions and software to use Linux as a desktop, server, or programmer's workstation. Move to software freedom and find the right Linux for your home, school, small business, or enterprise.

Install and use the latest Linux systems for desktops and servers
Access free and open source software for e-mail, Web browsing, and games
Launch all your music, video, images, and documents in Linux
Set up your own print, file, e-mail, and Web servers
Get a stable and secure system using Linux firewall and security tools
Create your own cool apps with useful programming tools

A total of 18 different Linux distributions are included on the DVD and CD-ROM.

To try out Linux, boot directly Ubuntu, openSUSE, KNOPPIX, Fedora, PCLinuxOS, Gentoo, BackTrack, and other live Linux distributions
To keep Linux permanently, install those and other distributions to your hard disk

What's on the DVD and CD-ROM?

DVD Includes

Ubuntu Linux (live/install)
Fedora Linux (live/install)
openSUSE (live/install)
KNOPPIX (live/install)
Gentoo Linux (live/install)
Slackware® Linux (install)
PCLinuxOS (live/install)
BackTrack (live)
Mandriva One (live/install)
AntiX (live/install)
INSERT (live)
Puppy Linux (live/install)

CD-ROM Includes

Debian GNU/Linux(network install)
Damn Small Linux (live/install)
SLAX (live)
SystemRescueCd (live)
Coyote Linux (floppy firewall)
Tiny Core (live)

System Requirements:

All software built for x86 computers
See chapters on each distribution for system requirements

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Product details

Series: Bible (Book 605)
Paperback: 912 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 6 edition (December 14, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0470485051
ISBN-13: 978-0470485057
Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 1.9 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
Average Customer Review: 214 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #997,110 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #200 in Books > Computers & Technology > Operating Systems > Linux > Programming
- #289 in Books > Computers & Technology > Operating Systems > Unix
- #877 in Books > Textbooks > Computer Science > Operating Systems

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Linux Bible

July 18, 2017

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There is always something I need to know about Linux. Can't seem to leave well enough alone and then I need to do something else to either make it better or fix the last change made. Also find out how to look up things I never knew were there. Very happy with this book.

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M S

Fairly complete overview, but....

August 21, 2017

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Fairly complete overview, but often obtusely written. The index is woefully inadequate.

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Yasir Al imami

Its great book I really advice to buy it

January 3, 2018

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Its great book I really advice to buy it , the book contain rich information with a lot of examples

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Melvin J Keeler

Very Necessary Reference Book

December 22, 2014

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Though much of this book is concerned with non-GUI programs, it gives me an excellent coversge of commands that get things done in a direct and speedy way. I have used a lot of those commands already. I am new to linux but many, many years ago i worked in a unix environment and they are similar. If you want to really learn linux, this book should be on your shelf.

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Man Lui

Great book

May 14, 2014

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Great book for beginners and intermediates. From start to finish, it felt like a teacher teaching a class but it's not as boring as a real class. The author tries to keep the readers into the book and it's very useful. Good step into the door of system administrator as it teaches you variations of Linux but mostly focuses on RHEL/Centos and Fedora as it is more company standard. Highly recommended.

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Mr. Curmudgeon

Good Review

March 20, 2013

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This is a good source to review and deepen your knowledge of Linux from the command terminal. While it's geared for RHLE and Fedora, it works quite well with other distros with very little modification to the material. Well worth the read if you've already dealt with Linux at an introductory level and you want to sharpen your skills a bit.

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TechmasterT

So I am not a comfortable Linux admin

August 8, 2015

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So I am not a comfortable Linux admin, but I inherited a Linux server and this book is a great tool!

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Remsel

LINUX bible 2010 ... una JOYA !!! / LINUX Bible ... a Jewell !!!

January 8, 2010

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Colegas,

Nací a la programación con UNIX pero soy un Microsoft Solutions Provider. Al ver este libro decidí ver que novedades traía la nueva versión ya que ya tenía la versión 4 de 1995 en mis manos.

Esta versión contiene muy buena información, sobre todo el DVD y CDROM que incluye con las 18 versiones de LINUX para provar antes de instalar me parece una muy buena idea, sobre todo para los usuarios que no tienen equipos fijos y asiduos al clud computing.

Las partes que tiene muestran un enfoque estructurado desde la selección de la versión, hasta la programación fundamental dentro de LINUX. Comparando con la antigua versión que tengo (4ta) que era un compendio de HOWTO este libro vendría a ser la versión para conocer los nuevos sistemas de LINUX disponibles

En resumen, esta fue una buena compra que no me arrepiento de haberla hecho. Si tienen la oportunidad adquieran el libro.
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Colleagues,

I was born to the programming with UNIX but I am a Microsoft Solutions Provider.

When seeing this book I decided to see that new features brought the new version since it already had version 4 of 1995 in my hands.

This version contains very good information, mainly the DVD and CDROM that it includes with the 18 versions of LINUX to try before installing seems to me a very good idea, mainly for the users who do not have stationary equipment and assiduous to clud computing.

The parts that it has show an approach structured from the selection of the version, to the fundamental programming within LINUX. Comparing with the old version that I have (4ta) that was a HOWTO compendium this book would come to be the version to know the new systems LINUX available.

In summary, this was a good purchase that I do not regret it to have done. If they have the opportunity they acquire the book.

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