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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Administration Unleashed

Tammy Fox

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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).

 

• Streamline deployment with Kickstart
• Find, install, update, remove, and verify software
• Detect, analyze, and manage hardware
• Manage storage with LVM, RAID, ACLs, and quotas
• Use Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 on 64-bit and multi-core systems
• Administer users and groups more efficiently and securely
• Ensure trustworthy backup and rapid recovery
• Script and schedule tasks to run automatically
• Provide unified identity management services
• Configure Apache, BIND, Samba, and Sendmail
• Monitor and tune the kernel and individual applications
• Protect against intruders with SELinux and ExecShield
• Set up firewalls with iptables
• Enable the Linux Auditing System
• Use virtualization to run multiple operating systems concurrently

 

Part I     Installation and Configuration

Chapter 1 Installing Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Chapter 2 Post-Installation Configuration

Chapter 3 Operating System Updates

 

Part II Operating System Core Concepts

Chapter 4 Understanding Linux Concepts 

Chapter 5 Working with RPM Software

Chapter 6 Analyzing Hardware

Chapter 7 Managing Storage

Chapter 8 64-Bit, Multi-Core, and Hyper-Threading Technology Processors

Part III System Administration

Chapter 9 Managing Users and Groups

Chapter 10 Techniques for Backup and Recovery

Chapter 11 Automating Tasks with Scripts

 

Part IV Network Services

Chapter 12 Identity Management

Chapter 13 Network File Sharing

Chapter 14 Granting Network Connectivity with DHCP

Chapter 15 Creating a Web Server with the Apache HTTP Server  

Chapter 16 Hostname Resolution with BIND

Chapter 17 Securing Remote Logins with OpenSSH

Chapter 18 Setting Up an Email Server with Sendmail

Chapter 19 Explaining Other Common Network Services

Part V Monitoring and Tuning

Chapter 20 Monitoring System Resources  

Chapter 21 Monitoring and Tuning the Kernel

Chapter 22 Monitoring and Tuning Applications  

Chapter 23 Protecting Against Intruders with Security-Enhanced Linux  

Chapter 24 Configuring a Firewall

Chapter 25 Linux Auditing System

Appendixes

Appendix A Installing Proprietary Kernel Modules 

Appendix B Creating Virtual Machines  

Appendix C Preventing Security Breaches with ExecShield

Appendix D Troubleshooting

Tammy Fox served as technical leader of Red Hat’s documentation group, where she wrote and revised The Red Hat Enterprise Linux System Administration Guide. She was founding editor of Red Hat Magazine, now an online publication reaching more than 800,000 system administrators and others interested in Linux and open source. She wrote Red Hat’s LogViewer tool and has written and contributed to several Red Hat configuration tools. Fox is also the founding leader of the Fedora Docs Project.

 

Register your book at www.samspublishing.com/register for convenient access to updates and to download example scripts presented in this book.

 

Category: Linux/Networking

Covers: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5

User Level: Intermediate–Advanced

 

Linux+ Guide to Linux Certification

Jason Eckert, M. John Schitka

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Get ready for a slog 1 out of 5 stars.
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I couldn't get more than a dozen pages into this book. The writing is dense and entirely colorless, as if the author wants to punish you for daring to read it. There are serious misstatements about licensing and other subjects. I wouldn't recommend this book to someone unless I *wanted* them to fail.

Very good overall, NO coverage of X configuration? 4 out of 5 stars.
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First, I have to say that I am not usually fond of computer books in the Thompson Course Technology series -- too many of them are NOT really written by knowledgeable people, and it shows in the errors and misguided opinions passed on to students and professors charged using these books.

So, I was pleasantly surprised at the content (of a Linux book in particular) by Thompson. Most of the information is relevant, useful, and introduces students to important skills and management practices when using Linux in a business environment.

I do have some issues with the orders of the chapters -- for example, file and folder permissions vs. users and groups chapters should be back-to-back, and there are a couple errors in laboratory exercises. For example, a couple of the exercises, done in order, are intended to demonstrate the effect of one user assuming another's UID. But the point to be demonstrated doesn't actually happen. New Linux users won't realize there was an error in the thought process of the text, and will think they "just missed the point" due to their own imagined ineptness. There are a few typos but they are minor -- if teachers (and even casual users Linux users) don't catch them outright, shame on them, they are so simple.

I actually have a *couple* of not-so-minor gripes, and struggled with whether to give the book 3 or 4 stars, but then it is so much better than other Linux books in some areas that I couldn't give it a 3.

My first big gripe is that the chapter on so-called "X Configuration" is *NOT* about *configuring* *X*! It is actually about *customizing* the *desktop*, using the desktop utilities, for personal use/preferences (the way you change your desktop properties in Windows). The topic of *X CONFIGURATION* -- one of the first tasks most new Linux users must learn, usually necessary since Linux is not OEM (preinstalled) on most computers -- is actually NOT COVERED AT ALL!

Along the same lines, the *obvious* flow of post-install activities in the book should include taking a Linux distro that boots non-GUI by default, an introduction to the format of an X configuration file, how to research your computer hardware, and how to edit the default X configuration file for all users per hardware requirements and to start the login manager and desktop of choice.

Even in network environments, this is a common task because X can be run as a network application, or for other reasons. Unlike Windows, the OS is more modular; the underlying kernel, the "window server" (X) and the "desktop" (GUI look-and-feel and utilities) are 3 very seperate things and allow freedom of choice.

My second gripe is there is no coverage of package installation! Very, very bad! How can you be certified in Linux without learning to install software on it? One or two chapters need to be added here, covering RPM and TGZ installs at a minimum. Users need background on what is done when software is installed on Linux, the most common ways in which software install locations and config tend to differ among distros, and the most popular package managers out there (brief contrast of strengths and weaknesses).

Ideally, students would actually perform both RPM and TGZ installs, would uninstall them afterwards, would use one or more command-line tools to update a package or two, would use a popular package manager to install a new package and look for updates, and would download source code manually and compile at least one package from scratch, just to get a feel for it. An example is OpenOffice.org, because it is easy to install (few steps needed), and new OO versions tend to change folder names and locataions, (students must deal with this and uninstall the old version and delete remnant folders to avoid confusion before installing the new, then edit desktop shortcuts to point to new executable in new location).

My third gripe is the use of an outdated OS, and one with such a poor installer. I think the author was thinking that Red Hat is popular with commercial enterprises (certainly) and so it would be a good choice. But Fedora Core 3??? C'mon, that's the stone age (at least in PC years)! Plus, this OS boots to a GUI (not a good for newbies to Linux sysadmin who need to learn to manually configure X). Most books will make a better choice of distro or at least customize their own "release" of the distro to match the purpose of the book.

Also, the menu-based installer on Fedora Core 3 is really crap. Though I am a seasoned Linux user who habitually changes partition schemes and multi-boot environments, the menu logic and layout/alignment of selections was so poor that I became confused and had to backtrack/start over several times during my install.

However, complaints aside, this is generally an excellent book. It gives some excellent lessons and examples on using the "vi" editor and using various text-manipulation, file-manipulation, and search tools. The vast majority of non-newbies in this book's audience will learn new tricks for example, grep, dmesg, cat, top. The chapter on boot loaders is excellent, contrasting the functionality of LILO and GRUB, and the optional parameters which can be used in their config files. While this book assumes no Linux knowledge at all on the part of the user, it is in some ways almost a "power users" cookbook. I learned much from this book and use it as a reference.

Some of this book's major strengths are the clarity of the writing, the usefulness of the lessons, and the extensive number of exercises which can be used both in a college course and on your own.

I strongly feel this text is overdue for a revision -- below are some recommendations summing the above points and adding some things that need less explanation:

1) X CONFIGURATION NEEDS A CHAPTER, and soon after install and intro to the file system. (Desktop customization should just be deleted because it's not an administration topic and anyone who's used any OS before can figure it out all by themselves.)

2)PACKAGE INSTALLATION, COMPILATION, AND UPDATING NEEDS A CHAPTER OR TWO.

3) CHAPTERS ON USERS/GROUPS AND FILE/FOLDER PERMISSIONS NEED TO BE CONSECUTIVE. (Chapter 11 is too late to be giving this info.)

4) THE BOOK NEEDS TO USE AN RPM/TGZ-COMPATIBLE DISTRO WITH A DECENT INSTALLER AND MORE APPROPRIATE CONFIG -- either switch distros or customize it for the book, and definitely use something newer. (Why not switch to kernel 2.6 while they're at it?)

5) IDEALLY, THE BOOK AND THE DISTRO WOULD INCLUDE TWO DESKTOPS. At least introduce students to two, even if the majority of the book will use one in particular. I don't even necessarily mean KDE vs. GNOME, could be one of those vs. a much more stripped-down desktop to really contrast. Assuming the text already taught basic X config, including login manager and desktop loading, now teach them the main benefit -- users can tweak their own config, and the first way to do so is choose a desktop other than the default for all users. Which brings us to #6...

6) GIVE A USEFUL EXAMPLE OF WHAT THE "SKELETON DIRECTORY" IS USED FOR, NOT JUST A VAGUE EXPLANATION. Have an exercise where users place a couple default folders and organizational document in here and a copy of the X config, create a new user, log in as that user and view the doc, customize X to start a different desktop, copy the edited config to the correct location, reboot, log in as that new user again -- tada! Skeleton directories are even useful on a home system, but they are mostly used in organizations with many users.

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Designed to prepare individuals to successfully pass the exam, this guide maps completely to CompTIAÆs Linux+ certification objectives.

Ubuntu Hacks: Tips & Tools for Exploring, Using, and Tuning Linux

Jonathan Oxer, Kyle Rankin, Bill Childers

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Ubuntu Linux--the most popular Linux distribution on the planet--preserves the spirit embodied in the ancient African word "ubuntu," which means both "humanity to others" and "I am what I am because of who we all are." Ubuntu won the "Linux Journal" Reader's Choice Award for best Linux distribution and is consistently the top-ranked Linux variant on DistroWatch.com. The reason this distribution is so widely popular is that Ubuntu is designed to be useful, usable, customizable, and always available for free worldwide.

"Ubuntu Hacks" is your one-stop source for all of the community knowledge you need to get the most out of Ubuntu: a collection of 100 tips and tools to help new and experienced Linux users install, configure, and customize Ubuntu. With this set of hacks, you can get Ubuntu Linux working exactly the way you need it to. Learn how to: Install and test-drive Ubuntu Linux. Keep your system running smoothly Turn Ubuntu into a multimedia powerhouse: rip and burn discs, watch videos, listen to music, and more Take Ubuntu on the road with Wi-Fi wireless networking, Bluetooth, etc. Hook up multiple displays and enable your video card's 3-D acceleration Run Ubuntu with virtualization technology such as Xen and VMware Tighten your system's security Set up an Ubuntu-powered server

"Ubuntu Hacks" will not only show you how to get everything working just right, you will also have a great time doing it as you explore the powerful features lurking within Ubuntu.

""Put in a nutshell, this book is a collection of around 100 tips and tricks which the authors choose to call hacks, which explain how to accomplish various tasks in Ubuntu Linux. The so called hacks range from downright ordinary to the other end of the spectrum of doing specialised things...More over, each and every tip in this book has been tested by the authors on the latest version of Ubuntu (Dapper Drake) and is guaranteed to work. In writing this book, it is clear that the authors have put in a lot of hard work in covering all facets of configuring this popular Linux distribution which makes this book a worth while buy.""
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Beginning Linux Programming

Neil Matthew, Richard Stones

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Beginning Linux Programming, Fourth Edition continues its unique approach to teaching UNIX programming in a simple and structured way on the Linux platform. Through the use of detailed and realistic examples, students learn by doing, and are able to move from being a Linux beginner to creating custom applications in Linux. The book introduces fundamental concepts beginning with the basics of writing Unix programs in C, and including material on basic system calls, file I/O, interprocess communication (for getting programs to work together), and shell programming. Parallel to this, the book introduces the toolkits and libraries for working with user interfaces, from simpler terminal mode applications to X and GTK+ for graphical user interfaces. Advanced topics are covered in detail such as processes, pipes, semaphores, socket programming, using MySQL, writing applications for the GNOME or the KDE desktop, writing device drivers, POSIX Threads, and kernel programming for the latest Linux Kernel.

Fedora 9 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible (Bible (Wiley))

Christopher Negus

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Master the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux with the step-by-step instructions and hands-on advice in Fedora 9 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible. Learn key system administration skills like setting users and automating system tasks, understand the latest security issues and threats, and gain confidence with using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, and window manager. Updated every six months to correspond with the latest Fedora release, this book includes an official Fedora 9 LiveCD so that you can practice your knowledge and improve your skills.

Linux Kernel Development (2nd Edition) (Novell Press)

Robert Love

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Total reviews: 38 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Excellent Book 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I heartily recommend this book to anyone doing Linux Kernel or Kernel module development. Although the Modules chapter could be expanded upon, the rest of the book gives excellent insight into the workings of the 2.6 Kernel. Also, the three appendices provide good examples and additional information. This book has provided invaluable information for completing and documenting a complex project I've been working on.

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The Linux kernel is one of the most important and far-reaching open-source projects. That is why Novell Press is excited to bring you the second edition of Linux Kernel Development, Robert Love's widely acclaimed insider's look at the Linux kernel. This authoritative, practical guide helps developers better understand the Linux kernel through updated coverage of all the major subsystems as well as new features associated with the Linux 2.6 kernel. You'll be able to take an in-depth look at Linux kernel from both a theoretical and an applied perspective as you cover a wide range of topics, including algorithms, system call interface, paging strategies and kernel synchronization. Get the top information right from the source in Linux Kernel Development.

Beginning Ubuntu Server Administration: From Novice to Professional (Expert's Voice)

Sander van Vugt

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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!

Build Your Own Security Lab: A Field Guide for Network Testing

Michael Gregg

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Excellent for novices 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

I'll be completely honest. I went through this in about two hours, and I plan on returning it. It simply didn't have anything new for me. I was expecting it to be more along the lines of setting up a virtual network, attempting to hack the VMs, and then checking the procedures to see if you did it right.

Instead, this book covers things like how to install OSes into VMs, gives basic overviews of tools, etc. However, this is a great book if you're at the appropriate level for it. I think this makes a good follow-up to CompTIA's Security+ certification. It'll help novices get their feet wet with actual hands-on activities. I've done nearly everything in this book on my own, and that's really the only problem with it. While I didn't pay a great deal of attention to every bit of text, it seemed to be technically accurate and free from errors.

I wish I could give a more detailed review, but I thought I'd at least post this since no one has reviewed it yet. Just take your skill level into account when considering this title. If you want more advanced books, check out the Hacking Exposed series, Grey Hat Hacking, and the Penetration Tester's Open Source Toolkit.

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If your job is to design or implement IT security solutions or if youre studying for any security certification, this is the how-to guide youve been looking for. Heres how to assess your needs, gather the tools, and create a controlled environment in which you can experiment, test, and develop the solutions that work. With liberal examples from real-world scenarios, it tells you exactly how to implement a strategy to secure your systems now and in the future.

Ubuntu Linux For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Paul G. Sery

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What has made Ubuntu the most popular Linux distribution in recent years? It's the emphasis on ease of installation and use. It gets even easier when paired with Ubuntu Linux For Dummies. This friendly reference shows you how to run Ubuntu directly from CD-ROM and install it on a PC as a personal workstation and network server. You’ll find out how to download Ubuntu and start using it right away. You'll also discover how to:

• Connect to a LAN via a wireless and Ethernet
• Use OpenOffice.org and Mozilla Firefox drawing and editing
• Tap into multimedia, graphics and other applications using Ubuntu
• Create services for a home or small business network
• Generate and manage web pages, print services, and more
• Find helpful information about Ubuntu and Linux
• Troubleshoot and fix problems

"Ubuntu" means "humanity toward others." Operating system guidebooks don’t get any more humane than Ubuntu Linux For Dummies.

Linux+ Certification Study Guide (Certification Study Guides)

Robb Tracy

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Total reviews: 11 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Not Bad - But Not Great 2 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Bought this book because it had a high content (1000+ pgs), practice exams, and a test CD. Halfway through the book and I am already purchasing another Linux+ study guide because this one is flawed. Several practice exam questions do not match the given answers, there are *many* typos, alot of focus on general knowledge and not enough in depth review on probable exam topics per chapter.

I went with this book because it was the latest Linux+ study guide published, however I am going to purchase the Linux+ Study guide from Sybex as I had previously with my A+/Network+/Inet+ exams.

Do not let the large volume of this book fool you, alot of it is composed of basic knowledge which prepares you for the exam content. This book seems to be more orientated to the Beginner level user, one who has never touched Linux. If you are a intermediate-experienced Linux user, this book is not for you. If you are a beginner, I would definitely recommend getting a supplementary study guide to this book.

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The most exam-focused CompTIA Linux+ study guide available

This fully integrated study system delivers trusted and up-to-date coverage of the newly revised CompTIA Linux+ certification exam. Featuring more than 200 review questions, step-by-step exercises, and in-depth explanations, this is the only study guide to include platform-independent practice exams. The CD-ROM contains sample questions, video training, and more.