Written by a team of experts, Red Hat Linux Unleashed is your complete guide to getting the most from Linux. This book and CD-ROM work together to provide you with a complete version of Red Hat Linux 3.0.3 and all of the tools, as well as detailed coverage of every aspect of the Linux system.

This comprehensive guide can help you administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 effectively in any production environment, no matter how complex or challenging. Long-time Red Hat insider Tammy Fox brings together today’s best practices for the entire system lifecycle, from planning and deployment through maintenance and troubleshooting. Fox shows how to maximize your efficiency and effectiveness by automating day-to-day maintenance through scripting, deploying security updates via Red Hat Network, implementing central identity management services, and providing shared data with NFS and Samba. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Administration Unleashed contains extensive coverage of network and web services, from the Apache HTTP server and Sendmail email services to remote login with OpenSSH. Fox also describes Red Hat’s most valuable tools for monitoring and optimization and presents thorough coverage of security—including a detailed introduction to Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux).

Through this bestselling guide, learn how to install, configure, and manage the latest version of Red Hat operating system 5.1. CD-ROM features the latest version of Red Hat Linux, system administration tools, and development tools.

This edition covers version 4.2 of the freely-distributable operating system, including Red Hat Package Manager, a system which maintains a database of installed packages and their files, and contains a powerful querying facility.

As a market-leading, free, open-source Linux operating system (OS), Fedora 10 is implemented in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and serves as an excellent OS for those who want more frequent updates. Bestselling author Christopher Negus offers an ideal companion resource for both new and advanced Linux users. He presents clear, thorough instructions so you can learn how to make Linux installation simple and painless, take advantage of the desktop interface, and use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor. He also describes key system administration skills, including setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats. Included is both a DVD distribution of Fedora Linux 10 and a bootable Fedora LiveCD. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

* Updated to cover Red Hat Linux Enterprise Workstation with the latest on advanced Linux kernel features, the Tux Web server, the latest Apache 2.x Web server, and the expanded suite of custom configuration tools * Starts with network planning and Red Hat installation and configuration, then progresses to optimizing network and Internet services and monitoring and maintaining the network * Examines the basics of Red Hat Linux security and offers trouble-shooting and problem-solving advice * Includes important new chapters that focus on optimizing standard network services, such as file and print services, and Internet-related servers, such as the Apache Web server Copyright © 2004 by Red Hat, Inc. Material from Chapters 4-6, 8-10, 17 and 21 may be distributed only subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Open Publication License, V1.0 or later (the latest version is presently available at http://www.opencontent.org/openpub/).

A guide for intermediate to advanced users highlights the latest Linux kernel and updated libraries while offering expert advice on installation, configuration, programming, administration, and networking

Annotation Red Hat Linux System Administration Unleashed will show the reader how to configure and manage a Linux system to keep it running optimally in a 24x7 environment. The book will focus on the day to day operations and user issues that system administrators must deal with in a 24x7 environment. The book will include advanced topics such as RAID, Customizing the Kernel, and Hacker Security. The focus of the book is on the issues and skills related to running Red Hat Linux with other operating systems - internetworking Linux in a large network setting with a large user base. Topics include File System and Disk Management, Backups and Disaster Recovery, Networking in a NT Environment, Networking in a NetWare Environment, Networking in a Unix Environment, Shells and Scripting, Internet Services, and System Monitoring and Tuning.

A Linux reference guide with extensive Red Hat Linux 7 coverage. It shows students how to install, configure and manage Red Hat Linux 7. Version 7 has the most stable Linux kernel, a new and improved installation program, updated libraries and many other improvements. The CD contains Red Hat Linux 7.

Get up to Speed on Red Hat(r)Linux(r) 7 - in a Weekend! The big day is Monday. The day you get to show off what you know about Red Hat Linux. The problem is, you're not really up to speed. Maybe it's been a while since you worked with Linux. Or maybe you just like a challenge. In any event, we've got a solution for you - Red Hat(r)Linux(r) 7 Weekend Crash Course(TM). Open the book Friday evening and on Sunday afternoon, after completing 30 fast, focused sessions, you'll be able to jump right in and install, use, and manage Red Hat Linux. It's as simple as that. The Curriculum Friday Evening: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Getting Ready to Install Red Hat Linux * Making Room for Red Hat Linux * Finishing the Red Hat Linux Installation * Troubleshooting the Red Hat Linux Installation Saturday Morning: 6 Sessions, 3 Hours * Test Driving Red Hat Linux for the First Time * Exploring Linux Files and Directories * Understanding the Shell * Learning Linux Commands * Editing Text Files in Red Hat Linux * Performing Basic System Administration Tasks Afternoon: 6 Sessions, 3 hours * Using Modems in Red Hat Linux * Networking Your Red Hat Linux PC * Connecting Your Red Hat Linux PC to the Internet * Setting Up Internet Services * Using Red Hat Linux as a Workgroup Server * Accessing Windows and DOS Files from Red Hat Linux Evening: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Customizing the GNOME and KDE Desktops * Working with Screen Savers and Playing Games * Working with Multimedia Applications * Working with the Office Tools in Red Hat Linux Sunday Morning: 6 Sessions, 3 Hours * Configuring the X Window System * Understanding How Red Hat Linux Boots * Installing Software Packages * Building a New Kernel * Scheduling Jobs in Red Hat Linux * Backing Up and Restoring Files Afternoon: 4 Sessions, 2 Hours * Building Software Packages from Source Files * Monitoring System Performance * Maintaining System Security * Getting Help from Available Resources 3 Bonus CD-ROMs * Red Hat Linux 7.0 * Includes the Linux Kernel plus Apache, Samba, Netscape, GNOME, KDE, and much more * Plus assessment software to help gauge your progress System Requirements: Linux-ready PC with CD-Rom and 3.5" floppy drives. See inside for complete requirements. www.idgbooks.com