Linux from Novice to Professional (2nd Edition)
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Editor's review
From a professional standpoint, the book is clearly structured and progresses from basic to advanced, following a 'from beginner to mastery' learning path. Each chapter includes detailed examples and operational steps to help readers consolidate theory through practice. In the system administration and network service configuration sections in particular, the author not only explains 'how to do it' but also analyzes 'why it is done this way,' which helps cultivate problem-solving skills and systems thinking.
However, the book's depth and breadth make it better suited as a long-term reference than a quick introductory read. Users who want to master Linux operations in a short time or need only basic applications may find the content somewhat heavy. But if you are committed to deepening your expertise in IT operations, development, or system administration, this book will be a solid foundation. Overall, it is a practical tutorial that stands the test of time, and its value lies in providing a systematic knowledge framework and a practice-oriented learning method.
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Beginners with no prior experience who want to learn Linux systematically
- IT practitioners with some Linux foundation who want to deepen their knowledge of system administration and network configuration
- Computer science students seeking a textbook that combines theory and practice
- Job seekers preparing for careers in operations, development, or network security
Not a good fit for
- Users who only need a quick understanding of basic Linux operations and do not require in-depth systematic study
- Experts with advanced Linux system administration experience seeking cutting-edge technology or deep optimization content
Reading tips
- Read the chapters in order and practice the relevant commands and configurations after each chapter to reinforce memory
- Combine the book with online resources or real project applications to turn the knowledge into problem-solving ability
- For complex parts such as Shell programming, reread them and write your own scripts to improve proficiency
About the publisher
Posts & Telecom Press is known for its strengths in science and technology, computing, and information and communications titles, and has extended its publishing into photography, art, software learning, and inspirational growth, giving it a fairly diverse range. Its catalog includes computing and communications works such as Refactoring and Patterns (Revised Edition) and Huawei Switch Learning Guide (Second Edition), alongside bilingual collector's editions such as The Little Prince (Chinese-English-French illustrated collector's edition), The Great Gatsby, and Three Days to See. Beijing Ten Years: 1980-1990 and Ghost Blade: WLOP Personal Illustration Collection reflect its presence in photography and art. Its authors include Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Helen Keller, Joshua Kerievsky, Wang Da, Zhang Zhaozeng, and WLOP.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 前言
- 上篇 Linux 系统篇
- 第1章 Lin ux操作系统
- 第2章 系统安装前期工作
- 第3章 系统安装与卸载
- 第4章 Linux图形世界
- 第5章 Linux shell及命令
- 第6章 用户信息和资源
- 第7章 系统启动初始化
- 第8章 开机引导故障处理
- 第9章 Linux图形系统
- 第10章 系统磁盘维护
- 第11章 Linux文件系统
- 第12章 Linux系统安全
- 第13章 系统性能监控
- 第14章 Lin ux系统网络
- 第15章 Linux Shell脚本编程
- 下篇 Linux 服务器篇
- 第16章 远程登录服务
- 第17章 网络时间协议
- 第18章 FTP
- 第19章 网络文件系统
- 第20章 Samba服务器
- 第21章 通用打印系统
- 第22章 万维网服务器
- 第23章 代理服务器
- 第24章 电子邮件服务器
- 第25章 Webmin管理工具
- 第26章 轻量级目录访问协议
- 第27章 MySQL数据库
- 第28章 域名系统服务器
- 第29章 网络地址转换
- 第30章 动态主机配置协议
- 附录A Linux编辑器
- 附录B 远程登录
- 附录C RHEL5系统安装
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About the author
Chen Xianglin is an author about whom limited public information is available, and what can be confirmed centers mainly on his work. His representative book is Linux from Beginner to Mastery (2nd Edition), a title in the programming and design category aimed at readers who wish to learn the Linux operating system systematically. Judging from the title and category, the book takes a practical path from introductory to more advanced material, emphasizing basic operations and the step-by-step acquisition of system knowledge rather than a scattered list of tips. This approach typically serves beginners and developers with some foundation, helping them build a fairly complete ability to use Linux. Because no reliable public sources describe the author's life, professional background, or writing career, little more can be said about him as a person; the fact that the book reached a second edition, however, suggests that its content has found some acceptance among readers. Overall, Chen Xianglin is known for one Linux learning book, and his writing style appears to be clear and practice-oriented.
