How Linux Works, 3rd Edition: What Every Superuser Should Know
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Best-selling guide to the inner workings of the Linux operating system with over 50,000 copies sold since its original release in 2014. Linux for the Superuser 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 third edition of the bestselling How Linux Works , author Brian Ward peels back the layers of this well-loved operating system to make Linux internals accessible. This edition has been thoroughly updated and expanded with added coverage of Logical Volume Manager (LVM), virtualization, and containers. You'll learn: How Linux boots, from boot loaders to init (systemd) 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 processes, including system calls, input and output, and filesystem maintenance. With its combination of background, theory, real-world examples, and thorough explanations, How Linux Works, 3rd Edition will teach you what you need to know to take control of your operating system. NEW TO THIS EDITION: Hands-on coverage of the LVM, journald logging system, and IPv6 Additional chapter on virtualization, featuring containers and cgroups Expanded discussion of systemd Covers systemd-based installations Review: This is an excellent book!! - his book is excellent and very underrated. It manages to explain complex processes in a very simple and clear way. The author does a great job breaking down complicated topics from the world of the Linux kernel, as well as general computing and networking concepts, using both theoretical explanations and helpful illustrations. I’m looking forward to continuing reading it, and I’m very happy that I decided to buy it. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in Linux or low-level computing. Review: Linux in detail! - Excellent book, well written with many of the nuances you might normally overlook. Goes into great detail. If you're planning to dive deep into Linux this is honestly a must have. Great for referencing also.
| Best Sellers Rank | #24,399 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Linux & UNIX Administration (Books) #2 in Linux Programming #3 in Linux Networking & System Administration |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 752 Reviews |
D**L
This is an excellent book!!
his book is excellent and very underrated. It manages to explain complex processes in a very simple and clear way. The author does a great job breaking down complicated topics from the world of the Linux kernel, as well as general computing and networking concepts, using both theoretical explanations and helpful illustrations. I’m looking forward to continuing reading it, and I’m very happy that I decided to buy it. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in Linux or low-level computing.
A**5
Linux in detail!
Excellent book, well written with many of the nuances you might normally overlook. Goes into great detail. If you're planning to dive deep into Linux this is honestly a must have. Great for referencing also.
E**Z
Great linux book
I think if you take your time to read and digest this book. You can learn a lot about how linux works in general and open the door dive deep on your own.
V**R
Worth every cent
If you have been using Linux, then this book will be very helpful. If you are new to Linux, then this book is essential.
H**T
As listed
as listed
Z**N
Easier read than I expected.
I know I am a nerd, but still: on my latest long flight I found this book more interesting than a mystery novel I was trying to read :).
H**Z
Get it
You need it
M**K
Good Introductions and detailed descriptions of all the concepts. Good writing.
Arrived on time, as advertised, no issues. A great book. It covers all the concepts with good introductions and clear, detailed explanations. Solid writing.
P**A
Great book
Good book to know the fundamentals of linux
S**K
Invaluable!
If you use Linux... get this book. In line with the open source mindset of DIY... this book will instruct you on the inner workings of the Linux OS. Highly highly recommended!!
G**M
Livre indispensable pour comprendre une installation LINUX
Excellent livre, bien écrit et très agréable lire ; le seul, semble-t-il, qui décrive la face cachée de toutes les distributions LINUX, à savoir les process ou "démons" qui sont lancés en arrière-plan (systemd, dhcp, smtp,ntp etc.), et leur rôle : c'est très souvent leur mauvais paramétrage qui ruine le fonctionnement d'une installation. Ce texte fournit les détails du bootloader (GRUB, LILO), explique la différence entre UEFI et MBR, etc. Il décrit clairement le principe des firewalls ; il ne rentre, par contre, pas assez dans l'architecture des courrielleurs et le fonctionnement des e-mails (postfix, sendmail), mais du moins il en expose les principes. Pour comprendre la couche graphique et les fenêtres, vous pouvez compléter ce livre avec "X Power Tools" de Tyler.
S**M
Excellent book to start
Before reading this book, make sure to have a basic understanding on Linux (using the command line, meaning of OS, kernel etc). And this is a very good book to start with. I would definitely recommend this book to get overall exposure on different subsystems of Linux OS.
M**E
Ottimo, fedele al titolo
Ottimo libro che tiene fede al titolo (e al sottotitolo "What Every Superuser Should Know"), trattando come funziona internamente Linux indipendentemente dalla particolare distribuzione. Molti capitoli hanno una parte finale che lo scrittore ritiene facoltativa durante una prima lettura, solitamente un approfondimento su alcuni argometi introdotti nel capitolo, quindi può essere letto con differenti livelli dettaglio. Consigliatissimo.
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