Linux Companion: The Essential Guide for Users and System Administrators

by Mark F. Komarinski

A complete guide to Linux, the powerful UNIX variant that's freely available, and is becoming increasingly popular with programmers, software developers, and power users.KEY TOPICS: The LINUX Companion explains Linux from beginning to end. Learn how it compares to DOS and Windows, how to install and use it, and how to set up and administer a Linux multi-user system. The book also explains how to configure devices to work with Linux,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0132318385
• ISBN13: 9780132318389
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Pearson
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

no nonsense guide

I have read all those heavy weighted books like linux bible, master linux etc and find alot of craps in them. But this book althought is only 160pg excluding appendix make learning linux a real simple journey. like the title imply, the author concentrate on the essential stuff using the command line which is a must know for all linux user. I would highly recomend this book to beginner who want a quick tutorial on using linux via the command console, without going tru the unnecesary craps.

An excellant starter

The book is very short compared to most books out there, but I found it extremely useful. It summarizes the essential commands without delving heavy into a discussion of X. X may be the most popular administration tool these days, but sometimes it's nice to know where and what to use from the command line. It won't tell you everything (no one book will), but it will get you started if your having trouble.