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More than a quarter of a million copies sold in previous editions! Freedom is a feature. With Fedora's new Online Desktop, you are free to shape your desktop environment to include the services, applications, and online friends you desire. As always, Fedora's total dedication to freedom lets you draw on thousands of free software packages to create the exact desktop or server computer you need. Fedora puts together the software (provided here on CD and DVD).This book acts as a guide to everything from playing music and writing documents to configuring many powerful Web, file, print, DHCP, and database servers. Customize Fedora or Red Hat Enterprise Linux to: Explore your computer or the Internet from GNOME[registered], KDE[registered], or Online Desktops Manage and use documents, spreadsheets, presentations, music, and images; Try the new advanced PulseAudio sound server; Draw from online software repositories with Package Manager and Package Updater; Build an Internet server with e-mail, Web, DNS, FTP, and database services; Secure your computer with firewalls, password protection, and SELinux; and try out cutting-edge.
Fedora 8 features: Use Codeina to get legal software to play MP3, Windows media, and other audio/video formats Organize photos, music, friends, docs, and Web favorites in the new experimental Online Desktop; and explore the latest in KVM and QEMU virtualization and AIGLX 3D-desktop. What's on the DVD and CD-ROM? Install Fedora 8 (8GB) from DVD Boot Fedora 8 GNOME Live CD, and then install its contents to your hard drive System Requirements: Please see the Preface and Appendix A for details and complete system requirements. Open for more! Check out the new Online Desktop. Find ten cool things to do with Fedora Run a Fedora 8 quick install Add pop and power with Online Desktop and 3D acceleration. Organizing the people, places, and things you need on your desktop is now easier with the new GNOME Online Desktop. Get organized, then pile on some bling with 3D-accelerated desktop effects. Put friends, photos, and fun on your new Online Desktop. Your favorite people and your online favorites are totally accessible from the new GNOME Online Desktop. Play with 3D desktop animations.
Continued improvements in 3D software let you rotate workspaces on a 3D cube, choose 3D minimize effects, and set 3D wobble effects.

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Centos Bible

by Christopher Negus and Timothy Boronczyk

Published 1 January 2009
Authoritative guide to a rapidly growing Linux distribution This is one of the first, if not the first comprehensive guide to the CentOS Linux operating system. Linux guru Tim Bornocyzyk, thoroughly covers the topic whether you're a Linux novice or a regular who now wants to master this increasingly popular distribution. First find out how to install and configure CentOS. From there, you'll cover a wealth of Linux and CentOS tools, functions, and techniques, including: how to work in the GNOME and KDE desktop environments; how to use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor; how to configure CUPS printers, Samba for file and printer sharing and other features using GUI tools; and more.
CentOS (Community ENTerprise Operating System) is a Linux operating system maintained by a small team of core developers based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Lead author Christopher Negus is the bestselling Linux author of such books as Fedora 10 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible and Linux 2009 Edition Bible; he is also a member of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux training team Tech edited by key member of the CentOS development team, Ralph Angenendt, and foreword written by lead CentOS developer, Karanbir Singh. Learn how to set up users, automate system tasks, back up and restore files, and prepare for the latest security issues and threats; also learn how to use and customize the desktop menus, icons, window manager, and xterm; and how to create and publish formatted documents Explores available Linux multimedia applications for graphics, audio, video and CD burning The DVD includes complete copy of the most current CentOS Distribution - CentOS 5.3 For getting the most out of CentOS Linux, this is the book you need to succeed. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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The leading Fedora book-over a quarter of a million copies sold of previous editions! What better way to learn Fedora 11 than with the leading Fedora book from the best-selling Linux author, Christopher Negus with Eric Foster Johnson? Whether you're new to Linux or an advanced user, this power-packed guide is loaded with what you need. Install, run, and manage the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux-then polish your system administration skills and get up to speed on the very latest in networking, desktop, and server enhancements. Master the Linux shell, file system, and text editor; how to set up users and automate system tasks; and much more in over a thousand pages of step-by-step instruction. Boot the full DVD of Fedora 11, including almost all binary code packages, or do a Live Install of the CD for rescuing, troubleshooting, or installing Fedora.
Fedora is a free, open source Linux operating system sponsored by Red Hat as an open source community project; the technological innovations from the Fedora Project are then implemented in Red Hat's commercial offering, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Covers step-by-step instructions for making Linux installation simple and painless; how to take advantage of the desktop interface (including coverage of AIGLX); and how to use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor Also covers setting up users; automating system tasks; backing up and restoring files; dealing with the latest security issues and threats; using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, window manager, and xterm; and how to create and publish formatted documents with Linux applications The DVD and CD that come with the book include Fedora Linux 11 and an official Fedora 11 LiveCD (bootable and installable) This is the book you need to succeed with Fedora 11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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The perfect companion for mastering the latest version of Fedora As a free, open source Linux operating system sponsored by Red Hat, Fedora can either be a stepping stone to Enterprise or used as a viable operating system for those looking for frequent updates. Written by veteran authors of perennial bestsellers, this book serves as an ideal companion for Linux users and offers a thorough look at the basics of the new Fedora 12. Step-by-step instructions make the Linux installation simple while clear explanations walk you through best practices for taking advantage of the desktop interface. You'll learn how to use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor. Plus, the authors describe key system administration skills, such as setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats.
Coverage includes: An Overview of Fedora Installing Fedora Getting Productive with the Desktop Using Linux Commands Accessing and Running Applications Publishing with Fedora Music, Video, and Images in Linux Using the Internet and the Web Understanding System Administration Setting Up and Supporting Users Automating System Tasks Backing Up and Restoring Files Computer Security Issues Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Printers and Printing Setting Up a File Server Setting Up a Mail Server Setting Up an FTP Server Setting Up a Web Server Setting Up an LDAP Address Book Server Setting Up a DHCP Server Setting Up a MySQL Database Server Making Servers Public with DNS Setting Up Virtual Servers Whether a new or power user of Fedora, you'll benefit from Fedora Bible 2010 Edition: Featuring Fedora Linux 12 . Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Book 733

Get all the essentials of the major changes in Fedora 14 Veteran authors Christopher Negus and Eric Foster-Johnson provide you with a thorough look at the skills needed to master the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Linux. Their step-by-step instructions walk you through a painless and simple installation of Linux; then you'll explore the major changes to the release of Fedora 14 while also revisiting the previous version so you can see what features have been updated and revised. * Focuses on the essentials of the updated and new elements of Fedora Linux 14 * Addresses using packagekit, running Windows apps, scanning images, and installing over the Internet * Touches on how to work in a Linux office with MSFT office compatible office apps * Covers new material on zarafa, xenner, deja dup, and more * Features a DVD that includes the latest distribution of Fedora Linux as well as a bootable Fedora LiveCD Fedora 14 includes many important updates and additions -- this book gets you up to date on the most essential changes.

Book 766

As a market-leading, free, open-source Linux operating system (OS), Fedora 10 is implemented in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and serves as an excellent OS for those who want more frequent updates. Bestselling author Christopher Negus offers an ideal companion resource for both new and advanced Linux users. He presents clear, thorough instructions so you can learn how to make Linux installation simple and painless, take advantage of the desktop interface, and use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor. He also describes key system administration skills, including setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats. Included is both a DVD distribution of Fedora Linux 10 and a bootable Fedora LiveCD. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Book 772

Linux Bible

by Christopher Negus

Published 1 January 2005
Detailed installation instructions and step-by-step descriptions of key desktop and server components help new users get up and running immediately Descriptions of the various distributions from people in the Linux community help users zero in on the best Linux for their needs The perfect migration guide for Windows and Macintosh desktop users who want to switch to Linux, as well as for systems administrators who want to set up secure, fully functioning server systems Covers Linux embedded systems, firewalls, and routers plus desktops and servers Includes Fedora Core 3, Debian Linux, SUSE Linux, Knoppix, Gentoo Linux, Slackware Linux, Mandrake Linux, Damn Small Linux, and a Linux firewall and router on DVD

Ubuntu Linux Bible

by David Clinton and Christopher Negus

Published 19 October 2020

Quickly learn how to use Ubuntu, the fastest growing Linux distribution, in a personal or enterprise environment

Whether you're a newcomer to Linux or an experienced system administrator, the Ubuntu Linux Bible provides what you need to get the most out of one the world's top Linux distributions. Clear, step-by-step instructions cover everything from installing Ubuntu and creating your desktop, to writing shell scripts and setting up file sharing on your network. This up-to-date guide covers the latest Ubuntu release with long-term support (version 20.04) as well as the previous version. Throughout the book, numerous examples, figures, and review questions with answers ensure that you will fully understand each key topic.

Organized into four parts, the book offers you the flexibility to master the basics in the "Getting Started with Ubuntu Linux" section, or to skip directly to more advanced tasks. "Ubuntu for Desktop Users" shows you how to setup email, surf the web, play games, and create and publish documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. "Ubuntu for System Administrators" covers user administration, system backup, device management, network configuration, and other fundamentals of Linux administration. The book's final section, "Configuring Servers on Ubuntu," teaches you to use Ubuntu to support network servers for the web, e-mail, print services, networked file sharing, DHCP (network address management), and DNS (network name/address resolution). This comprehensive, easy-to-use guide will help you:

  • Install Ubuntu and create the perfect Linux desktop
  • Use the wide variety of software included with Ubuntu Linux
  • Stay up to date on recent changes and new versions of Ubuntu
  • Create and edit graphics, and work with consumer IoT electronic devices
  • Add printers, disks, and other devices to your system
  • Configure core network services and administer Ubuntu systems

Ubuntu Linux Bible is a must-have for anyone looking for an accessible, step-by-step tutorial on this hugely popular Linux operating system.


Master the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux with the step-by-step instructions and hands-on advice in Fedora 9 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible. Learn key system administration skills like setting users and automating system tasks, understand the latest security issues and threats, and gain confidence with using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, and window manager. Updated every six months to correspond with the latest Fedora release, this book includes an official Fedora 9 LiveCD so that you can practice your knowledge and improve your skills. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

The latest edition of this perennial bestseller offers clear, thorough coverage of the basic user and administrator skills needed to master the latest version of both Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Fedora This new edition includes key technical support advice for Fedora, guidelines for contributing to the Fedora project, and new sections on managing and manipulating file systems and disk tuning, system rescue, VNC (virtual network computing), and VmWare A new chapter helps Mac OS 9 and OS X users work closely with Linux servers Features step-by-step instructions for making Linux installation simple and painless, taking advantage of the new desktop interface, and using the Linux shell, file system, and text editor Key topics include system administration essentials such as setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats

For desktop or business, here's all the Linux you need. Whether you want the latest Linux software in Fedora or a stable Red Hat Enterprise Linux for your business, this book covers it all. Install Fedora Core 4 from the DVD or two CDs included and learn to use Linux as a desktop system or an Internet server. Check out fun applications for surfing the Web and doing office tasks. Learn to manage basic system administration, and move up to running your own Web, mail, print, or file server. Configure Fedora or Red Hat Enterprise Linux to: browse the Web with Firefox; read and send e-mail with Evolution; create documents, spreadsheets, or presentations with OpenOffice.org; set up networked Web, mail, file, database, LDAP, print, or other servers; transition your Fedora skills to Enterprise Linux with: descriptions of RHEL products, features, and services; and, pointers to professional RHEL training and certification. Install complete Fedora Core 4 from DVD.
Using the bonus DVD, you can: boot the DVD to check and prepare your computer before installing Fedora (using KNOPPIX); install the complete Fedora Core 4 Linux operating system (all source code packages included); install desktop Fedora Core 4 from CD; and, using the bonus 2-CD set, you can: select the software you need for a well-stocked desktop system; add key server features to use with your desktop Fedora system Open for more! You can find ten cool things you can do with Fedora. You can use KNOPPIX to test and prepare your computer. You can get your Windows stuff working in Linux.

Offering step-by-step instructions for making Linux installation simple and painless, this valuable resource explains how to take advantage of the desktop interface and use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor Covers key system administration skills including setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats Addresses using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, window manager, and xterm and how to create and publish formatted documents with Linux applications Features expanded coverage of LDAP, 2.6 Linux Kernel, Security Enhanced Linux, and new multimedia applications including new audio and video offerings The accompanying DVD contains the full version of Red Hat Linux, including all binary code packages and source code

An indispensable resource for Fedora users who must now work without customer support from Red Hat, Inc., covering critical troubleshooting techniques for networks, internal servers, and external servers Chris Negus is a well-known Linux authority and also the author of the top-selling Red Hat Linux Bible (0-7645-4333-4); Thomas Weeks is a trainer and administrator who manages hundreds of Red Hat Linux systems Covers all of the most common Fedora problem areas: firewalls, DNS servers, print servers, Samba, NFS, Web servers, FTP servers, e-mail servers, modems, adding hardware, and hardware certification Features easy-to-use flowcharts that guide administrators step by step through common Fedora troubleshooting scenarios A companion Web site offers troubleshooting updates to keep pace with the frequent Fedora Core releases as well as a forum for exchanging troubleshooting tips

Red Hat Linux Bible

by Christopher Negus

Published 12 November 1999
If you're considering making the switch to Linux -- or if you already have -- this task-oriented reference gives you the answers you need to make the most of this open source operating system right away. Whether you're running Linux on a single PC or an entire network, user-friendly chapters on topics such as customizing your desktop, running applications, automating system tasks, connecting to the Internet, and managing client workstations, make it easy to meet every Linux challenge.