The Linux HandBook
By: Aman Mulla
Publisher: CSIBER Press, Kolhapur,Maharashtra,India
Published: 15/03/2025
Language: eng
Other titles: No alternate titles.
First sentence: Linux is not just an operating system; it is a philosophy, a movement, and the foundation of modern computing, powering everything from personal devices to enterprise servers and supercomputers.
Description: This edition serves as a comprehensive, structured, and hands-on guide to Linux, covering fundamentals, system administration, security, automation, and enterprise-level management. It is designed for beginners to advanced users who want to develop practical Linux expertise.
Notes: Published by CSIBER Press
Includes real-world examples, troubleshooting techniques, and hands-on exercises
Covers multiple Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Red Hat, Debian, etc.)
Open-source learning approach
Table of contents: title: 📘 Volume 1: Linux Fundamentals & Essential Skills; title: From Beginner to Intermediate—A Complete Guide to Understanding and Using Linux; title: 📌 Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux and Open Source (Pages 1-4); title: Introduction to Operating Systems; title: The Emergence of Distributions: Debian, Red Hat, and Ubuntu; title: Why Linux Matters; title: 📌 Chapter 2: Understanding Linux Distributions (Pages 5-13); title: Overview of Linux Distributions (Debian, Red Hat, Arch, etc.); title: Desktop vs. Server Distributions; title: Community vs. Enterprise Distributions; title: Most Common Linux Distributions; title: 📌 Chapter 3: Installing Linux (Ubuntu) (Pages 14-57); title: Preparing for Installation; title: Dual Booting with Windows; title: Fresh Boot with USB/CD; title: Installing Linux with VirtualBox; title: 📌 Chapter 4: Linux Command Line Basics (Pages 58-62); title: Introduction to the Command Line Interface; title: File-Level Commands; title: Directory-Level Commands; title: Text Manipulation Commands; title: Process Management and Pipe Commands; title: 📌 Chapter 5: Navigating the Linux File System (Pages 63-80); title: Introduction to the Linux File System; title: Hierarchy of Directories; title: File Permissions and Ownership; title: Mounting and Unmounting the File System; title: 📌 Chapter 6: Mastering Text Editors (Nano, Vim) (Pages 81-95); title: Introduction to Text Editors; title: Nano: Basics, Text Editing, and File Saving; title: Mastering Vi/Vim Text Editor; title: Advanced Vim: Customization, Macros, Plugins; title: Choosing the Right Text Editor; title: 📌 Chapter 7: User and Group Management (Pages 96-125); title: Understanding Users and Groups; title: Managing User Accounts; title: Gangs of Users: Mastering Group Management in Linux; title: Locking Down Your Linux Fortress; title: 📌 Chapter 8: Package Management in Linux (Pages 126-134); title: What is Package Management?; title: Installing, Updating, and Removing Packages; title: Installing Software from Source; title: Differences Between Ubuntu and Red Hat-Based Systems; title: 📌 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting and Debugging in Linux (Pages 135-145); title: Networking Basics: The Lay of the Land; title: Configuring Network Interfaces; title: Network Services and Firewall: Making Connections and Staying Safe; title: Network Troubleshooting: Becoming a Network Detective; title: 📌 Chapter 10: Shell Scripting and Automation (Pages 146-181); title: What is Shell Scripting?; title: Script Structure, Variables, Conditionals, and Loops; title: Automating Tasks (Cron Jobs, Anacron, Systemd Timers); title: Writing Useful Scripts