How Linux Works, 2nd Edition: What Every Superuser Should Know by Brian Ward (En

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE How Linux Works, 2nd Edition by Brian Ward The "hows" and "whys" of How Linux Works: for administrators, programmers, and enthusiasts who want to understand the inner workings of the best operating system. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Unlike some operating systems, Linux doesnt try to hide the important bits from you-it gives you full control of your computer. But to truly master Linux, you need to understand its internals, like how the system boots, how networking works, and what the kernel actually does.In this completely revised second edition of the perennial best seller How Linux Works, author Brian Ward makes the concepts behind Linux internals accessible to anyone curious about the inner workings of the operating system. Inside, youll find the kind of knowledge that normally comes from years of experience doing things the hard way. Youll learn--How Linux boots, from boot loaders to init implementations (systemd, Upstart, and System V)-How the kernel manages devices, device drivers, and processes-How networking, interfaces, firewalls, and servers work-How development tools work and relate to shared libraries-How to write effective shell scriptsYoull also explore the kernel and examine key system tasks inside user space, including system calls, input and output, and filesystems. With its combination of background, theory, real-world examples, and patient explanations, How Linux Works will teach you what you need to know to solve pesky problems and take control of your operating system.Unlike some operating systems, Linux doesnt try to hide the important bits from you-it gives you full control of your computer. But to truly master Linux, you need to understand its internals, like how the system boots, how networking works, and what the kernel actually does.In this completely revised second edition of the perennial best seller How Linux Works, author Brian Ward makes the concepts behind Linux internals accessible to anyone curious about the inner workings of the operating system. Inside, youll find the kind of knowledge that normally comes from years of experience doing things the hard way. Youll learn--How Linux boots, from boot loaders to init implementations (systemd, Upstart, and System V)-How the kernel manages devices, device drivers, and processes-How networking, interfaces, firewalls, and servers work-How development tools work and relate to shared libraries-How to write effective shell scriptsYoull also explore the kernel and examine key system tasks inside user space, including system calls, input and output, and filesystems. With its combination of background, theory, real-world examples, and patient explanations, How Linux Works will teach you what you need to know to solve pesky problems and take control of your operating system. Author Biography Brian Ward has been working with Linux since 1993. He is the author of The Linux Kernel-HOWTO, The Book of VMware (No Starch Press), and The Linux Problem Solver (No Starch Press). Table of Contents Chapter 1: The Big PictureChapter 2: Basic Commands and Directory HierarchyChapter 3: DevicesChapter 4: Disks and FilesystemsChapter 5: Linux Booting: Boot Loaders and KernelChapter 6: How User Space StartsChapter 7: System Configuration: Logging, System Time, Batch Jobs, and UsersChapter 8: A Closer Look at Processes and Resource UtilizationChapter 9: Understanding Your Network and Its ConfigurationChapter 10: Network Applications and ServicesChapter 11: Introduction to Shell ScriptsChapter 12: Moving Files Across the NetworkChapter 13: User EnvironmentsChapter 14: A Brief Survey of the Linux DesktopChapter 15: Development ToolsChapter 16: Compiling Software from Source CodeChapter 17: Building on the Basics Review "If you are interested in Linux, How Linux Works: What Every Superuser Should Know is a must-read title."—Linux Insider"Lots to offer on almost every aspect of the Linux architecture."—Everyday Linux User"Youll get an essential understanding of whats going on under the hood without getting bogged down in minutiae – making this a very refreshing (and wholly recommended) addition to the Linux literature."—Phil Bull, co-author of Ubuntu Made Easy and member of the Ubuntu documentation team"Dives straight into the transparent depths of Linux-based operating systems and shows us how all the pieces fit together."—DistroWatch"Earns its place on the shelf as an essential reference."—MagPi Magazine Long Description How Linux Works reveals the inner workings of the Linux system, with in-depth coverage of topics such as device management, the boot sequence, system management basics, and networking. Author Brian Ward combines background theory and real-world examples to show you both "how" to administer Linux and "why" each technique works. This updated edition of the classic Linux reference explores the kernel in greater detail, with coverage of system calls, input and output, and file systems. Details ISBN1593275676 Author Brian Ward Short Title HOW LINUX WORKS 2/E Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1593275676 ISBN-13 9781593275679 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2014 Imprint No Starch Press,US Country of Publication United States Replaces 9781593270353 DEWEY 005.432 Illustrations illustrations Pages 392 Place of Publication San Francisco Publication Date 2014-11-14 Subtitle What Every Superuser Should Know UK Release Date 2014-11-14 AU Release Date 2014-11-14 NZ Release Date 2014-11-14 US Release Date 2014-11-14 Publisher No Starch Press,US Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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