Linux Books

Networking Cook Book

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:04:00 +0000

This soup-to-nuts collection of recipes covers everything you need to know to perform your job as a Linux network administrator, whether you're new to the job or have years of experience. With Linux Networking Cookbook, you'll dive straight into the gnarly hands-on work of building and maintaining a computer network. Running a network doesn't mean you have all the answers. Networking is a complex subject with reams of reference material that's difficult to keep straight, much less remember. If you want a book that lays out the steps for specific tasks, that clearly explains the commands and configurations, and does not tax your patience with endless ramblings and meanderings into theory and obscure RFCs, this is the book for you. You will find recipes for: Building a gateway, firewall, and wireless access point on a Linux network Building a VoIP server with Asterisk Secure remote administration with SSH Building secure VPNs with OpenVPN, and a Linux PPTP VPN server Single sign-on with Samba for mixed Linux/Windows LANs Centralized network directory with OpenLDAP Network monitoring with Nagios or MRTG Getting acquainted with IPv6 Setting up hands-free networks installations of new systems Linux system administration via serial console And a lot more. Each recipe includes a clear, hands-on solution with tested code, plus a discussion on why it works.

Orelly System Administration

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:42:00 +0000

Linux is now a standard corporate platform with users numbering in the hundreds of millions, and there is a definite shortage of talented administrators. Linux System Administration is ideal as an introduction to Linux for Unix veterans, MCSEs, and mainframe administrators, and as an advanced (and refresher) guide for existing Linux administrators who will want to jump into the middle of the book.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

*Set up a stand-alone Linux server
*Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot a DNS server using BIND
*Build an Internet server to manage sites, perform email and file transfers, and more
*Set up an email service for a small-to-medium-sized site, complete with authentication
*Install and configure Apache, PHP, and MySQL on a web server built from scratch
*Combine computers into a load-balanced Apache web server cluster based on the free Linux Virtual Server
*Set up local network services from distributed file systems to DHCP services, gateway services, print services, user management and more
*Use Linux virtualization with Xen or VMWare to run multiple kernels on one piece of hardware;
*manage each kernel's access to processor time, devices, and memory
*Create shell scripts and adapt them for your own needs
*Back up and restore data with rsync, tar, cdrecord, Amanda, and MySQL tools

OReilly.Linux Server Hacks.

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:28:00 +0000

This handy reference offers 100 completely new server management tips and techniques designed to improve your productivity and sharpen your administrative skills. Each hack represents a clever way to accomplish a specific task, saving you countless hours of searching for the right answer. No more sifting through man pages, HOWTO websites, or source code comments -- the only resource you need is right here. And you don't have to be a system administrator with hundreds of boxen to get something useful from this book as many of the hacks apply equally well to a single system or a home network.

Compiled by experts, these hacks not only give you the step-by-step instructions necessary to implement the software, but they also provide the context to truly enable you to learn the technology. Topics include:

*Authentication
*Remote GUI connectivity
*Storage management
*File sharing and synchronizing resources
*Security/lockdown instruction
*Log files and monitoring
*Troubleshooting
*System rescue, recovery, and repair

Ubuntu For DUMMIES

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:53:00 +0000

What has made Ubuntu the most popular Linux distribution in recent years? It's the emphasis on ease of installation and use. It gets even easier when paired with Ubuntu Linux For Dummies. This friendly reference shows you how to run Ubuntu directly from CD-ROM and install it on a PC as a personal workstation and network server. You¡¯ll find out how to download Ubuntu and start using it right away.

You'll also discover how to:

*Connect to a LAN via a wireless and Ethernet
*Use OpenOffice.org and Mozilla Firefox drawing and editing
*Tap into multimedia, graphics and other applications using services for a home or small business network
*Generate and manage web pages, print services, and more
*Find helpful information about Ubuntu and and fix problems

How To Cheat AT Securing Linux

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:50:00 +0000

Linux servers now account for 33% of all networks servers running worldwide (Source: IDC). The top 3 market share holders in the network server space (IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and Dell) all use Linux as their standard operating system for the majority of their servers designed for medium to large size businesses. As with any technologies, increased usage results in increased attention from malicious hackers. For years a myth existed that Windows was inherently less secure than Linux, because there were significantly more attacks against Windows machines than Linux. But this was a fallacy. There were more attacks against Windows machines because there were simply so many more Windows machines to attack. Now, the numbers tell the exact OPPOSITE story. Linux servers account for 1/3 of all servers worldwide, but in 2005 there were 3 times as many high-severity security vulnerabilities discovered on Linux servers.

The Perfect Reference for the Multitasked Sys Admin

* Discover Why "Measure Twice, Cut Once" Applies to Securing Linux
* Complete Coverage of Hardening the Operating System, Implementing an Intrusion Detection System, and Defending Databases

Linux Newbie Guide

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:43:00 +0000

A complete reference for new Linux users wishing to set up and maintain their own Linux desktop computer, and/or administer their home or small office network The answers are meant to be simple, with just sufficient detail, and always supported with readily applicable examples. The work is still in progress, but we hope the Guide is quite usable . We welcome your corrections, advice, criticism, links, translations, and CONTRIBUTIONS. Pls note that there are no ad banners on our pages.

Administrators Security Guide

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:32:00 +0000

by Kurt Seifried

This guide is specifically about securing the
Linux operating system against general and specific threats.

The Linux Kernel (by David A Rusling)

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:15:00 +0000

This book is for Linux enthusiasts who want to know how the Linux kernel works. It is not an internals manual. Rather it describes the principles and mechanisms that Linux uses; how and why the Linux kernel works the way that it does. Linux is a moving target; this book is based upon the current, stable, 2.0.33 sources as those are what most
individuals and companies are now using.

SUSE Linux TOOLBOX

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:02:00 +0000

SUSE Linux Toolbox provides you with more than 1000 specific command lines to help you become a Linux power user. Whether you are a systems administrator or desktop user, the book will show you commands to create file systems, troubleshoot networks, lock down security, and dig out almost anything you care to know about your Linux system.

This book’s focus for your Linux command-line journey is open SUSE, the community based Linux distribution sponsored by Novell, Inc. and SUSE Linux Enterprise. Tapping into the skills needed to run those systems can help you to work with your own Linux systems and to learn what you need as a Linux professional.

Hacking Ubuntu: Serious Hacks Mods and Customizations

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:03:00 +0000

It's an irresistible package of usability, security, and support features. But a power user like you is just itching to teach it some new tricks. Show it how to play nicely with other systems. Develop its multitasking and communication skills. Free its inner video nd graphics talents. And make sure that when it ventures into the wild and wooly world of wireless, it keeps its doors locked. Here's how to do all that and more.
Things you can do with Ubuntu
Step-by-step directions for all this and lots of other fun stuff
*Create an awesome interface
*Fine-tune Firefox®
*Expand your desktop across monitors or other computers
*Add VoIP and instant messaging
*Discover the joys of emulators
*Focus on cameras and scanners
*Customize application windows
*Configure wireless networks
*Boost boot-up efficiency
*Tune kernel parameters

Linux Bible, 2008 Edition: Boot up to Ubuntu, Fedora, KNOPPIX, Debian, openSUSE, and 11 Other Distri

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:42:00 +0000

Linux Bible 2008 Edition is the best first Linux book for new or migrating users. By focusing on the building-block nature of Linux, and offering true up-to-date descriptions of Linux technology, the Bible helps the reader learn how to jump headlong into Linux, regardless of the Linux distribution they choose. Descriptions of different Linux distributions helps users choose the Linux distribution that's right for them. Detailed installation instructions, step-by-step descriptions of key desktop and server components, and the actual distributions on CD and DVD, let readers get started using Linux immediately. The Bible will serve a broad range of readers, from those starting with Linux to anyone looking to evaluate different Linux distributions. It also covers broad usage including Linux desktops, servers, and firewall/routers.
* New features: Instead of just telling you about how the technology works, new "Bringing Linux In" sections describe how people have implemented Linux in the real world. New sections describe real-life examples, such as how:
* A Small office created an inexpensive Web, print, and file server
* A do-it-yourselfer combined Linux audio and video features to create a home multimedia center
* A school build a computer lab with free educational software
* A large corporation deployed thousands of Linux systems
* Unique CD and DVD: No other book on the market includes so many Linux distributions on CD and DVD. Our DVD and CD will include the latest versions of at least the following Linux distributions: Fedora, Ubuntu, Debian, SUSE, KNOPPIX, Gentoo, Slackware, Mandriva, Damn Small Linux, SLAX, BackTrack, GeeXbox, and others.

Linux+ Certification Bible :

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:03:00 +0000

Trevor Kay

The only guide you need for Linux+ exam success… You're holding in your hands the most comprehensive and effective guide available for the CompTIA Linux+ exam. Trevor Kay delivers incisive, crystal-clear explanations of every Linux+ topic, highlighting exam-critical concepts and offering hands-on tips that can help you in your real-world career. Throughout, he provides pre-tests, exam-style assessment questions, and scenario problems — everything you need to master the material and pass the exam. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Linux+ exam objectives.
* Get up to speed on Linux basics and understand the differences between different Linux distributions

* Tackle Linux installation, from planning to network configuration, dual-boot systems, and upgrades

* Get the scoop on managing Linux disks, file systems, and processes; implementing security; and backing up your system

* Learn the ins and outs of configuring the X Window system and setting up a network

* Find out how to establish users and groups, navigate the Linux file system, and use Linux system commands

* Delve into troubleshooting techniques for the boot process, software, and networking

* Get a handle on maintaining system hardware, from CPU and memory to peripherals

RHCE Red Hat Certified Engineer Linux Study Guide (Exam RH302)

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:46:00 +0000

This book contains hundreds of practice questions and hands-on exercises, covers what you need to know--and shows you how to prepare--for the challenging RHCE exam (RH302).

SUSE Unleashed :

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:25:00 +0000

This book provides details on openSUSE¡¯s acclaimed YaST administration tools, web programming, networking, and choosing from a wide selection of graphical interfaces and desktop environments, including both KDE and GNOME.

*Plan your openSUSE installation based on your computing needs
*Configure and use the X Window System¨Cthe Linux graphical interface¨Cand the two primary desktop environments for Linux¨CKDE and GNOME
*Run OpenOffice.org and other productivity tools
*Create your own websites and weblogs
*Manage the kernel and its modules
*Set up networks
*Run the Apache web server
*Use the LAMP web programming suite: Linux, Apache, MySQL, and the scripting languages Perl, Python, and PHP
*Play music, video, and games
*Preserve an existing Windows installation for dual-boot launching

Xen Virtualization: Handbook

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:59:00 +0000

This concise handbook targeted at Linux administrators and virtualization enthusiasts is ideal for professionals wanting an easy-to-navigate reference when working with Xen and virtualization. It offers bite-sized practical walkthroughs and experiential solutions for many common virtualization tasks using Xen. Using Fedora Core as host operating system, it shows how to add Xen support and create guest domains running different operating systems, then dissects a range of common virtualization tasks. Originally developed in 2003 at the University of Cambridge Computer Laboratory,Xen is an open-source paravirtualization technology allowing multiple operating systems to run on one physical hardware resource with near native performance. Xen supports several operating systems-Linux, FreeBSD, Windows, and NetBSD. There are now commercial versions of Xen that build on of the open-source version with additional enterprise features; this book explores and uses the open-source version of Xen.

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Virtualization With Xen

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:45:00 +0000

Xen is an open source virtualization technology that allows multiple operating systems to run on a single physical computer system, providing cost savings and increased efficiency. This book presents you with a complete foundation on this exciting technology and shows you how Xen virtualization offers faster response times for new server and service requests, a simplified system administration for multiple systems, and better availability for critical computing resources

This Book Contains:

*How Xen offers significant savings in infrastructure costs, such as power and cooling
*Ways to better document system configuration and characteristics
*How to build Xen from source code and the software requirements for building Xen
*Techniques for building virtual machine filesystems
*How to troubleshoot Xen configuration files and virtual machines

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SuSE Linux USER GUIDE :

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 04:31:00 +0000

This Book Describes about encryption in SuSE Linux explains how KGpg works and how you can use it for managing your keys. kaddressbook is a comfortable application for managing your addresses. and about korganizer shows how to manage appointments and tasks. Instructions for synchronizing your PalmPilot with your Linux system using kpilot. Mozilla has been included in the list of documented web browsers.

Linux Kernel in a Nutshell :

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 19:13:00 +0000

By Greg Kroah-Hartman

Linux Kernel in a Nutshell covers the entire range of kernel tasks, starting with downloading the source and making sure that the kernel is in sync with the versions of the tools you need. In addition to configuration and installation steps, the book offers reference material and discussions of related topics such as control of kernel options at runtime.

Linux Kernel Module Programming Guide

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 17:38:00 +0000

This book is about writing Linux Kernel Modules. It is, hopefully, useful for programmers who know C and want to learn how to write kernel modules. It is written as an ‘How-To’ instruction manual, with examples of all of the important techniques.

Beginning Ubuntu Linux

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 20:29:00 +0000

Keir Thomas

Beginning Ubuntu Linux, Second Edition is split into seven parts, each of which contains chapters about a certain aspect of Ubuntu use. These parts can be read in sequence, or you can dip in and out of them at will. Whenever a technical term is mentioned, a reference is made to the chapter where that term is explained.

Linux Network Security

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 20:17:00 +0000

by Peter G. Smith.

Linux networks are becoming more common, but security is often overlooked. Using a mix of theory and practical techniques, this text teaches administrators how to install and use security applications, and why they are necessary.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Administration Unleashed

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 19:40:00 +0000

Tammy Fox

This book is dedicated to helping administrators who manage networks of all sizes. The core audience is Linux system administrators for small-to-medium businesses all the way up to large corporations. The concepts explained in this book can be scaled for a few hundred or a few thousand systems . Other intended readers include decision makers interested in an overview of Red Hat’s enterprise offerings and anyone curious about what Linux can do. Use this book as a concise reference for all the administration tools available in Red HatEnterprise Linux. Knowing what tools and resources are vailable is half the battle of becoming an efficient, flexible system administrator. This book saves administrators time by giving them the foundation they need to learn more details about a particular concept or application as well as assists them in delivering their IT solutions.

FedoraTM 7 & Red Hat Enterprise Linux: The Complete Reference

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:54:00 +0000

by Richard Petersen

This book is designed to help you start using Fedora Linux quickly. It provides an introduction to Red Hat and Fedora Linux, their current features, providing
a list of resources, including software repositories, documentation sites, newsgroups, and Linux news and development sites. The next chapter covers the streamlined installation procedure for most distributions, which takes about 30 minutes or less. The installation program provides excellent commentary, describing each step in detail. In this section you also learn the essentials of using desktop, along with the basic of working on the shellcommand line. System configuration tasks like adding printers and creating new user accounts are presented with the easiest methods And a lot.

Fedora Linux TOOLBOX

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:41:00 +0000

by Christopher Negus ,François Caen

Fedora Linux Toolbox provides you with more than 1,000 specific command lines to help you become a Linux power user. Whether you are a systems administrator or desktop user, the book will show you commands to create file systems, troubleshoot networks, lock down security, and dig out almost anything you care to know about your Linux system.

This book’s focus for your Linux command line journey is Fedora, the community-based Linux distribution sponsored by Red Hat, Inc. Fedora and other Linux systems derived from Fedora, such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux and CentOS, have been installed on
millions of computers around the world. Tapping into the skills needed to run those systems can help you to work with your own Linux systems and to learn what you need as a Linux professional.

LINUX FIREWALLS

noreply@blogger.com (Vamshi) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 05:14:00 +0000

by Michael Rash
(Attack Detection and Response with iptables, psad, and fwsnort)

This book assumes some familiarity with TCP/IP networking concepts and Linux system administration. Knowledge of the Open System Interconnection (OSI) Reference Model and the main network and transport layer protocols (IPv4, ICMP, TCP, and UDP), as well as some knowledge of the DNS and HTTP application protocols would be most helpful. Although frequent references are made to the various layers of the OSI Reference Model, the network, transport, and application layers (3, 4, and 7, respectively) receive the vast majority of the discussion.