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Essential Linux Commands
Essential Linux Commands

Essential Linux Commands: 100 Linux commands every system administrator should know

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Key benefits

  • Explore Linux commands for mounting, file manipulation, and running Linux on the cloud
  • Learn commands for checking and configuring network card statistics, firewall rules, and interfaces
  • Understand how to utilize SELinux in keeping systems adequately hardened and avoiding various security risks
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The role of a system administrator is ever-evolving, with the Linux command line at its core. This makes Linux command-line mastery an essential skill to demonstrate your ability to efficiently manage and maintain systems efficiently. Essential Linux Commands addresses a diverse range of topics, including package management, file manipulation, networking strategies, system monitoring, and diagnostic tools. Each command is intricately explained to eliminate any ambiguity, ensuring ease of implementation in real-world scenarios. This book explains how to use SELinux to maintain security, run Linux machines on AWS Cloud, and transfer and download files to remote systems. With the help of practical examples and use cases, you’ll not only gain a thorough understanding of a command’s syntax but also grasp its functional breadth and limitations. The book also explores commands frequently used by system administrators to check network card statistics and firewall rules. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced administrator, this book is an invaluable resource, filling in the gaps in your skill set and helping you improve your skills and expertise in Linux administration.

Who is this book for?

This book is for system administrators, IT professionals, and students who want to enhance their knowledge of Linux administration and improve their skills in this field. Whether you’re just starting out in system administration or have years of experience, this book is an invaluable resource for mastering the Linux command line and becoming a more proficient system administrator. Essential Linux Commands is also well-suited for individuals interested in expanding their Linux know-how and its applications in various industries and environments.

What you will learn

  • Execute commands to launch applications, control services, and change network settings
  • Develop your skills to use commands for package management, file manipulation, and networking
  • Get clear explanations and practical examples for each command
  • Discover tips and techniques to use the Linux command line effectively
  • Get to grips with troubleshooting common problems and fixing errors
  • Master best practices to manage and maintain Linux systems
  • Develop expertise in system performance, security, and Linux in the cloud

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Table of Contents

19 Chapters
Part 1:Server Installations and Management Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: Getting a CentOS Server Up and Running Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Linux User and Group Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: File Compression and Archival Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 2:Frequently Used Commands – Part 1 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Format and Disk Space Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Linux Permissions Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: Filesystem Mount and Manipulation Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 3:Frequently Used Commands – Part 2 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: File Content and Conversion Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: Linux SWAP Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Linux Monitoring and Debugging Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: Linux IPTABLES and Network Commands Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: File Transfer, Downloading, and Managing Log Files Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 4:Linux Security and the Cloud Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Exploring Linux Security Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: Linux in the Cloud Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Victor kolawole Mar 23, 2024
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Highly recommended, it has helped me improve on my Linux Command skills and best decision I made ever to get this book.
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Garrett Chan Feb 29, 2024
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The "Essential Linux Commands" book is more than just a compilation of useful Linux commands; it also offers instructions on setting up a Linux environment for anyone to test these commands. I thoroughly enjoyed that the author provided "scenarios" demonstrating when a command could be useful. For a future edition, it would be nice if they provided a cheatsheet/one-pager with all commands; otherwise, it’s an excellent reference book.
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Raymond Dec 07, 2023
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100 essential commands covered with detailed use cases . Each command is intricately explained to eliminate any ambiguity, ensuring ease of implementation in real-world apllication.Covered topics include using SELinux to maintain security, run Linux machines on AWS Cloud, and transfer and download files to remote systems. Via examples and use cases, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of a command’s syntax and its functional scope and limitations. The book also explores commands frequently used by system administrators to check network card statistics and firewall rules and other tasks.A great addition to my linux reference library.
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Yakov Shipilov May 22, 2024
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This book covers server installations, disk management, file permissions, and network security. It provides practical steps for setting up a CentOS server, explains commands like fdisk, chmod, mount, cat, grep, top, and iptables, and explores cloud integration with AWS. Having personally followed the book's instructions to set up a CentOS server and use various commands, I found the hands-on exercises immensely valuable. While it offers clear explanations and practical examples, making it an excellent resource for system administrators, developers, IT professionals, students, and Linux enthusiasts, its content is more suited for beginners and may lack depth for advanced users seeking more comprehensive techniques. The book is structured to build foundational knowledge, ensuring that readers can manage Linux systems effectively and confidently.
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Brandon Lachterman Dec 08, 2023
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Exactly as my headline says, this book is a true reference guide, perfect to be on the side of your desk to check syntax at any time, or really learn new commands quickly.
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