How Linux Works: What Every Superuser Should Know
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Unlike some operating systems, Linux doesn't 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, you'll find the kind of knowledge that normally comes from years of experience doing things the hard way. You'll 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 scripts You'll 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. Review: Very happy. A brilliant resource for someone interested in expanding their Linux knowledge or supplement additional training - Brilliant book. There's no one book for learning Linux, it's something that you will learn over time through use of it. Of all the books I have invested in for either reference or a tutorial resource this book ranks highly amongst them. It gets right into the nitty gritty. You can easily find sections on what you're wanting to look into or read the book cover to cover. I had already a basic understanding of Linux and am taking various courses. The book has been great to get really in-depth with any one part of linux or to supplement some courses you may be taking. A note: The command line is discussed in this book and in no way is brief but "The Linux Command Line" from the same publisher covers every inch of it. Very happy with it and use in regularly for reference and other situations mentioned above. Review: Great book for getting to know the ins and outs ... - Great book for getting to know the ins and outs of how Linux works. Ideal if you are an established techie in the Windows world looking to get to the same proficiency and understanding in the Linux world. I'm a programmer in my spare time (as well as an Electrical Engineer to trade) and so far, this book is extremely well written and very comprehensive in getting the reader (and user - you need to get a linux virtual machine to properly learn certain aspects) to get to grips with the workings of Linux. Get from being able to use Linux to getting to know Linux!
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 775 Reviews |
K**N
Very happy. A brilliant resource for someone interested in expanding their Linux knowledge or supplement additional training
Brilliant book. There's no one book for learning Linux, it's something that you will learn over time through use of it. Of all the books I have invested in for either reference or a tutorial resource this book ranks highly amongst them. It gets right into the nitty gritty. You can easily find sections on what you're wanting to look into or read the book cover to cover. I had already a basic understanding of Linux and am taking various courses. The book has been great to get really in-depth with any one part of linux or to supplement some courses you may be taking. A note: The command line is discussed in this book and in no way is brief but "The Linux Command Line" from the same publisher covers every inch of it. Very happy with it and use in regularly for reference and other situations mentioned above.
C**Y
Great book for getting to know the ins and outs ...
Great book for getting to know the ins and outs of how Linux works. Ideal if you are an established techie in the Windows world looking to get to the same proficiency and understanding in the Linux world. I'm a programmer in my spare time (as well as an Electrical Engineer to trade) and so far, this book is extremely well written and very comprehensive in getting the reader (and user - you need to get a linux virtual machine to properly learn certain aspects) to get to grips with the workings of Linux. Get from being able to use Linux to getting to know Linux!
D**E
Decent but not very deep
Decent overview but quite a lot of basic info on file systems and structure (i.e. ,not just want superusers should know but what every user should know).
R**P
Exactly as it says in the cover.
A very well written book with a neutral style in terms of Linux flavour. The book would suit the committed Linux user looking to understand more about how the OS works. It is not a compendium of all the Linux commands, thank God, but is instead an intelligent and interesting exposition of what medium-level users need to know. If you want to know more, buy something on building your own kernel. In my shallow dabblings with Linux over about 15-20 years, I have read many man pages but they don't tell you "why". This book does.
A**Y
Best book I've read on linux
This a great book to learn all about linux, best book i have read on the subject yet. Chapters and sections are well structured and the book is an easy read (even for a dyslexic) Be mindful this is to learn about how linux works, its not 'how to use linux' (though there are some great tips on how to use linux as you go along).
C**H
An excellent book to take your Linux knowledge to the next level.
I have been waiting for the release of the second edition of this book for a while and I was not disappointed. This book gives a real insight into the inner workings of Linux. It is not a beginners book and I would recommend reading The Linux Command Line by William E. Shots before tackling this book. If you have mastered the Linux basics this book will take you to the next level.
G**N
Well written and full of information
As a Infrastructure engineer who spends more time in Windows than Linux, this book was fantastic. Nothing else comes as close to clearly explaining the internal mechanics of the Linux operating system. I'd suggest that this is an essential read for anyone new in the field of Linux server systems looking for a deep dive.
S**N
A great book to start with Linux
This is a great book to start working with Linux. It is clear and comphrensive. I like the fact that it is not superficial, but tries to explain how the Linux system works. A background on OS theory helps in reading the book, but I believe beginners can make the best out of it too.
ぢ**ん
linux/GNU system 管理の基本のために良いと思う
この本は単なるハウツー本というよりは、筆者の「自分の使う物はその仕組みも出来る限り知っておくべき」という考えに基づいた、OSの動作の仕組みの解説となっている。もちろんそこで紹介されるツールの基本的な使い方も具体的に示されてはいるので、概要ばかりで実践がおぼつかないということにはなっていない。 全体的な構図からブート処理、ファイルシステム、起動システム(systemd,upstart,sysvinit)、ネットワーク管理、その他…という具合に話が進んでいくので、多分、比較的理解にも無理がないと思う。
A**A
Reseña
Es bastante extenso en el ámbito de que incluye mucha información acerca del tema, pero necesité un libro y un curso aparte, para suplementar el tema. Nada recomendable para principiantes, a las personas que ya han estado utilizando linux, lo recomiendo.
R**I
It is a good book to add to your library
It is a very good book. Things are explained in details. The file system section seems to be a section where the author was not doing his best...itousomehow out of shape. I enjoy reading it.
R**A
Excellent book. Must have for people interested in linux!
Good packing. Good print quality. Delivered on time
B**O
Une référence incontournable
Un des rares livres pour Linux, à la fois pour les débutants, et les expérimentés.
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