Mastering UNIX and Linux System Administration: A Practical Handbook for Effective Management
Elba Fitzgerald
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Discover the essential skills and knowledge required for managing UNIX and Linux systems with mastery in this practical handbook. This comprehensive guide is crafted to equip you with the expertise needed to navigate and manage complex system environments efficiently. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, this book provides valuable insights and tools to enhance your system administration abilities. This book covers a wide range of crucial topics, including system configuration, network management, security protocols, and performance optimization. Each section is designed to build your understanding progressively, ensuring you have a solid foundation before moving on to more advanced concepts. You'll learn how to configure and maintain different UNIX and Linux distributions, manage users and permissions, and automate routine tasks using shell scripting. Explore advanced techniques for monitoring system performance and troubleshooting common issues. The book delves into the intricacies of network management, helping you to set up and maintain secure, efficient networks. With a focus on practical application, you'll find real-world examples and step-by-step instructions that make complex concepts easy to grasp and implement.
Duration - 5h 41m.
Author - Elba Fitzgerald.
Narrator - Digital Voice Morgan G.
Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Della Hensley ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Discover the essential skills and knowledge required for managing UNIX and Linux systems with mastery in this practical handbook. This comprehensive guide is crafted to equip you with the expertise needed to navigate and manage complex system environments efficiently. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, this book provides valuable insights and tools to enhance your system administration abilities. This book covers a wide range of crucial topics, including system configuration, network management, security protocols, and performance optimization. Each section is designed to build your understanding progressively, ensuring you have a solid foundation before moving on to more advanced concepts. You'll learn how to configure and maintain different UNIX and Linux distributions, manage users and permissions, and automate routine tasks using shell scripting. Explore advanced techniques for monitoring system performance and troubleshooting common issues. The book delves into the intricacies of network management, helping you to set up and maintain secure, efficient networks. With a focus on practical application, you'll find real-world examples and step-by-step instructions that make complex concepts easy to grasp and implement. Duration - 5h 41m. Author - Elba Fitzgerald. Narrator - Digital Voice Morgan G. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Della Hensley ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: Introduction to UNIX and Linux 4
Duration:00:00:05
1.1 History of UNIX and Linux 4
Duration:00:06:27
1.2 UNIX vs. Linux: Key Differences 8
Duration:00:10:21
1.3 Overview of UNIX/Linux Architecture 14
Duration:00:10:59
1.4 Common UNIX/Linux Distributions 21
Duration:00:05:43
Chapter 2: Basic Concepts and Installation 25
Duration:00:00:04
2.1 Understanding the File System Hierarchy 25
Duration:00:06:42
2.2 Essential Commands and Utilities 29
Duration:00:08:14
2.3 User and Group Management 34
Duration:00:08:51
2.4 Installing UNIX/Linux: Step-by-Step Guide 39
Duration:00:09:06
Chapter 3: File System Management 45
Duration:00:00:04
3.1 File and Directory Permissions 45
Duration:00:07:55
3.2 Managing Files and Directories 50
Duration:00:05:07
3.3 Disk Quotas and Usage 53
Duration:00:05:24
3.4 Backup and Restore Strategies 56
Duration:00:07:57
Chapter 4: System Configuration and Management 62
Duration:00:00:05
4.1 Configuring System Parameters 62
Duration:00:06:40
4.2 Managing System Services 66
Duration:00:05:34
4.3 Network Configuration and Troubleshooting 69
Duration:00:06:43
4.4 System Logging and Monitoring 73
Duration:00:08:53
Chapter 5: Security and Access Control 79
Duration:00:00:04
5.1 Implementing User Authentication 79
Duration:00:06:57
5.2 Configuring Firewalls and Security Policies 83
Duration:00:06:19
5.3 Managing SSH and Secure Shell 87
Duration:00:06:12
5.4 Intrusion Detection and Prevention 91
Duration:00:09:42
Chapter 6: Advanced Shell Scripting 97
Duration:00:00:03
6.1 Introduction to Shell Scripting 97
Duration:00:09:00
6.2 Writing and Debugging Shell Scripts 103
Duration:00:06:58
6.3 Advanced Scripting Techniques 107
Duration:00:06:51
6.4 Automating Tasks with Cron Jobs 111
Duration:00:06:33
Chapter 7: Network Services and Administration 116
Duration:00:00:05
7.1 Configuring Network Services 116
Duration:00:08:27
7.2 Managing DNS and DHCP 120
Duration:00:06:06
7.3 Setting Up Web and FTP Servers 124
Duration:00:07:33
7.4 Email Server Configuration and Management 128
Duration:00:05:57
Chapter 8: Database Administration 132
Duration:00:00:04
8.1 Introduction to Databases in UNIX/Linux 132
Duration:00:08:21
8.2 Installing and Configuring MySQL/PostgreSQL 137
Duration:00:08:40
8.3 Database Backup and Recovery 141
Duration:00:06:58
8.4 Performance Tuning and Optimization 146
Duration:00:06:47
Chapter 9: Performance Monitoring and Tuning 150
Duration:00:00:05
9.1 Monitoring System Performance 150
Duration:00:08:33
9.2 Identifying Performance Bottlenecks 155
Duration:00:07:13
9.3 Tuning Kernel Parameters 160
Duration:00:06:03
9.4 Memory Management and Optimization 163
Duration:00:07:48
Chapter 10: Virtualization and Containers 169
Duration:00:00:04
10.1 Introduction to Virtualization 169
Duration:00:09:36
10.2 Setting Up and Managing Virtual Machines 175
Duration:00:07:24
10.3 Introduction to Containers and Docker 179
Duration:00:11:47
10.4 Orchestration with Kubernetes 186
Duration:00:07:56
Chapter 11: Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 192
Duration:00:00:05
11.1 Common System Issues and Solutions 192
Duration:00:09:30
11.2 Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques 198
Duration:00:07:26
11.3 Using Diagnostic Tools and Utilities 202
Duration:00:06:49
11.4 Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios 206
Duration:00:12:52