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Consice book about Ubuntu server | Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration: From Novice to Professional (Expert's Voice) | Sander van Vugt

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	• Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration: From Novice to Professional (Expert's Voice) Sander van Vugt Apress, 2007 - 355 pages average customer review:based on 7 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Great Introduction to Ubuntu Administration

Ubuntu has become one of the fastest growing and arguably most friendly Linux distributions over the last few years. This book is designed to help someone who has no knowledge of Linux become a basic system administrator. While it will not make them an expert among people who know Linux well it will make them sufficiently knowledgeable to do most of the common administrative functions.

The author starts with installing Ubuntu server and moves into information that most Ubuntu users do not understand such as using the command line interface, working with files, and understanding the directory structure. Once the reader has this basic understanding he moves them to some of the common tasks like using software repositories to install and update software packages and user accounts, groups, permissions, access control lists, quotas, an PAM modules. However, the book could use an expanded section on firewalls as this is a major part of Linux server administration.

Other important areas covered include a chapter on writing shell scripts. the basics of SSH and tunneling, DNS, DHCP, NTP, using Ubuntu as a file and print server (cups, NFS, and Samba configurations), Apache, virtual hosts, PHP, MySQL, FTP, and virtualization. For many of these areas, including Samba, Apache, PHP, and MySQL, the coverage is just the minimum you need to know. This is expected as there are complete volumes written just on each of these subjects that are larger than this book. This books still gives you a solid introduction to these subjects that is appropriate for the audience the author is trying to reach.

This book is a great introduction to Ubuntu Server administration and moves the reader from the novice to lower intermediate level but really not close to a professional Ubuntu administrator. Nonetheless, it is recommended for those new to Ubuntu servers as it does touch on and provide a working knowledge of pretty much all the most common areas of Linux server administration.

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Nice book and really helpful for novices

The book is clear and concise. It explores several important topics in Ubuntu (linux) server administration from the novice point of view. Although several features are common among several linux distros, the book tries to use the ubuntu way when it is appropriated. Just pay attention: a new edition is coming soon (oct/2008). I did not like the paper used, it is rough and thick, like several others paperback books.

Consice book about Ubuntu server

This book is a timeless overview of the most important administration commands and tools. The text is stringent designed and the examples are easy to understand. I see my self as a person with above novice skills in this area, but I believe I will use this book a lot in the future.

I'm in the midst of starting up a company with two professionals, and they already know a lot about system administration in a linux environment. They believe this book is good for me (and for them).

The book was written with the intention for Ubuntu server 7.04, but I downloaded Ubuntu server beta 8.04 and because most of the examples are in the terminal, it doesn't matter which version you use.

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Good Linux Book

This book should be called "Beginning Linux Server Administration." If that were the title, I would actually give it 5 stars. This IS a well written book but for Ubuntu/Debian Server administration I believe it has a good number of gaps. IE, In apache, adding a virtual host is added and removed using the a2ensite command which creates the Symbolic link.

These tools make server administration easy for a beginner, but missing throughout the book.

A must have for Ubuntu server administration

Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration, by Sander Van Vugt is a well written book coving a range of topics which includes examples. This book covers Ubuntu 7.04 Feisty Fawn. Although this release is a little behind, the information presented in the book is still relevant for completing the topics covered. I was impressed with the authors ability to show the reader how a task was completed while keeping it simple so new system administrators or others just starting to learn, will be able to understand what is going on.

While the book is geared towards Ubuntu, the majority of the topics can be associated with other GNU/Linux systems with very little or no changes at all. For instance; the command line section helps the user become more familiar with how commands are used with a Linux server system. It also demonstrates how to use the VI text editor which can be a daunt task for new admins. For advanced command line use, chapter 7 covers everything to get someone started in learning how to script which can be used to automate system tasks.

A great reference in this book, is the chapter about virtualization. Virtualization is becoming more and more dominate when it comes to budget and green computing needs. This chapter covers everything from what software you should use to setup and configuration of both the virtualization software and the guest Operating System.

All in all, Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration: From Novice to Professional, is a well written book and can be used by either seasoned administrators, new techs entering the field, or someone just looking to expand their knowledge. I give this book a solid recommendation and will encourage everyone to pick up a copy.

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You love it as the world?s most popular desktop Linux distribution, and now Ubuntu is available at a server near you. Embracing the very same features desktop users have grown to love, system administrators are rapidly adopting Ubuntu due to their ability to configure, deploy, and manage network services more effectively than ever.

Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration guides you through all of the key configuration and administration tasks you?ll need to know. Whether you?re interested in adopting Ubuntu within a Fortune 500 environment or just want to use Ubuntu to manage your home network, this book is your go?to guide to using the distribution securely for a wide variety of network services. Topics include file, print, web, and FTP management, command?line tips and tricks, automated installation, configuration and deployment processes, and kernel management.

What you?ll learn Effectively and securely install, update, and deploy your Ubuntu server. Configure your server to operate most effectively for a wide variety of purposes, including as a web server, FTP server, and a file and printer manager. Rev up your command?line knowledge by taking advantage of little?known shell?related features, tips, and tricks. Remotely manage your server through a wide?variety of services. Who is this book for?

System administrators and application developers seeking to use Ubuntu as a Linux server

About the Apress Beginning Series

The Beginning series from Apress is the right choice to get the information you need to land that crucial entry?level job. These books will teach you a standard and important technology from the ground up because they are explicitly designed to take you from ?novice to professional.? You?ll start your journey by seeing what you need to know?but without needless theory and filler. You?ll build your skill set by learning how to put together real?world projects step by step. So whether your goal is your next career challenge or a new learning opportunity, the Beginning series from Apress will take you there?it is your trusted guide through unfamiliar territory!

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