Summary
This chapter delves into a diverse range of crucial tools designed to empower Linux system administrators in efficiently monitoring system performance and identifying and resolving potential issues. The chapter covers a wide array of commands, each serving a specific purpose in gaining insights into various aspects of the system. From real-time monitoring using commands such as top
and vmstat
to analyzing process relationships with pstree
and debugging software issues using strace
, this chapter equips administrators with valuable tools to ensure the stability, reliability, and optimal performance of their Linux systems.
Additionally, the chapter explores commands such as watch
, smartctl
, uptime
, kill
, and pkill
that aid in repetitive command execution, managing storage devices, terminating processes, and checking system uptime and load average, respectively. The combination of these monitoring and debugging commands equips system administrators with comprehensive visibility...