Bird's Linux Private Kitchen: Basic Learning Part

Author: Bird
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: The basic knowledge of Linux is essentially the same across major mainstream Linux installation versions, such as account management, hard disk file formats, data management, and core compilation. This book provides an in-depth yet accessible introduction to the basic principles and architecture of the Linux operating system, making it suitable for learning all current mainstream Linux versions. In the world of Linux, a good reference book can reduce the time spent on command queries and learning. This book organizes its chapters based on the architecture of Linux, effectively guiding readers to learn Linux and easily enter the Linux world. Target Audience: Data administrators, those aspiring to become Linux experts, faculty and students of computer science in higher education institutions, and this book can serve as a basic Linux textbook. The strength of the Linux operating system lies in its powerful and stable networking capabilities. However, if users lack sufficient network knowledge, they will be like a three-year-old holding a bag full of gold—unable to leverage its benefits and even facing unpredictable risks. Suitable for all versions of Linux, detailed explanations of basic concepts combined with the author's extensive practical experience, a reference manual for Linux administrators! The basic knowledge of Linux is essentially the same across major mainstream Linux installation versions, such as account management, hard disk file formats, data management, and core compilation. This book provides an in-depth yet accessible introduction to the basic principles and architecture of the Linux operating system, making it suitable for learning all current mainstream Linux versions. The book is divided into five major parts. Part 1 primarily introduces the planning and installation of the Linux operating system; Part 2 covers basic file permissions and system architecture in Linux; Part 3 introduces the essential content of Shell and Shell scripts, which are the foundation for text-based host control; Part 4 focuses on Linux user management, including account management, disk quotas, and routine workflows for users; Part 5 emphasizes Linux system management, such as package management with RPM and Tarball, recompiling the kernel, shutdown and multi-booting techniques, analyzing system login files, and basic network parameter settings for X-Window. The book also includes answers to all the exercises for reference. This book is suitable for data administrators and those aspiring to become Linux experts.