This text, updated for the most current and popular Linux operating system, Red Hat Fedora, has been completely rewritten. The author's experience with Linux and the Linux Professional Institute have combined with Course Technology to create a hands-on text that will maximise students' success.

Table of Contents

1. Introducing Linux 2. Exploring the Desktop 3. Using the Shell 4. Understanding Users and File Systems 5. Understanding Text Processing 6. Managing Processes 7. Using Network Clients 8. Installing Linux 9. Understanding System Initialization 10. Managing Software Packages and File Systems 11. Managing Users 12. Configuring Networks 13. System and Kernel Management 14. Writing Shell Scripts 15. Advanced Topics and Troubleshooting Appendices A: Red Hat Certified Technician Objectives B: Linux Professional Institute Level One Objectives C: SAIR/GNU Linux Certified Administrator Objectives D: Linux+ Certification Objectives

Reviews

"This book provides an excellent foundation to understanding Red Hat Linux. It is as readable as any book on this subject that I have come across. Not only is it an excellent guide to Red Hat's certification, it is a fabulous introductory text book." - Chris Spreitler, Vatterott College