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Introduction to Linux system administration

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  • Centralizing IT on Linux mainframes

    Linux has revitalized the mainframe. Learn how today's mainframes are reducing TCO and TCU through consolidation, better performance and more. Expert Ken Milberg explains why big iron is back (again) and why deploying Linux is the "logical evolution"...  Tip

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    Discover how to set up a dual boot with different flavors of Linux or Linux and Windows on a laptop, as well as where to go for your wireless and printer drivers.  Tip

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    Chapter 3, Socket programming, deals with transferring files, error handling and error checking between User Datagram Protocol servers and clients.  Tip

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    Learn how to add and swap space, as well as mounting filesystems from the host without rebooting UML.  Tip

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