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Describes the general concepts of the Linux operating system along with information on such topics as the file system, the shell, network connections, email, and programming.
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Dan Barrett has been immersed in Internet technology since 1985. Currently working as a software engineer, Dan has also been a heavy metal singer, Unix system administrator, university lecturer, web designer, and humorist. He has written several O'Reilly books, as well as monthly columns for Compute! and Keyboard Magazine. Dan and his family reside in Boston.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ O'Reilly Media; 1st edition (February 1, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 204 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0596006284
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0596006280
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.33 x 0.51 x 7.01 inches
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SomeGuy
5.0 out of 5 stars After 10 years, it still provides daily value!
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
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I originally bought this book to keep as one of several Linux reference books. After going through it a number of times, it has become my go-to reference book for any Linux-related topics I feel I need to brush up on. Even being nearly 10 years old, it still provides value to me on a daily basis. The topics are well-covered. They don't go into excruciating detail about every single thing, but they are comprehensive in the amount of topics they cover. Do you want to know how to run Linux from the command line? This is your book. Do you want to know how to configure services such as httpd, smtp, and others? This is your book. Do you want to become proficient at making your way around the system, running processes, and even status of memory, and hardware? This is your book. It uses Fedora linux as the base for its material.
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Timothy D. Legg
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference or Textbook
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2014
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If you are partially experienced with the Linux command line interface, this book is great to have, and essential if you are off the internet.

Reference-style detail is given to the most valuable commands you will come across. Also has tricks and tips for user and administrator tools.

As a former engineering educator, I can recommend this book as a supplemental textbook for a systems administration course. For the price, the students will thank you too.
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Antonio Gallardo
4.0 out of 5 stars Buy it
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2004
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I was often reluctant to buy this kind of books. Often because I think the same info can be found on the Internet.

But in the case of this book, I liked it. The presentation is easy to carry with you, choose a topic and see the commands related to the given topic. There is nothing new in the book, however it is a good quick reference guide for new and old Linux users.

In my particular case, I've worked on Linux for 4 years and I found some interesting topics inside. It is a nice reference guide to have in hand any time we work with Linux.
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Readlover
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent summary of Linux commands
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2013
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I do recommend this book because:
- provide a very good explanation on the basic Linux concepts;
- provide a very good summary of all the basic linux commands. The list of commands is very complete.
- it is good reference book to have on your desk, if you work on Software development on Linux OS or if you just want to learn Linux.
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Manuel Rodriguez Coria
3.0 out of 5 stars the alternative for man in console
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2013
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well if u want a book for read in non computers moment and want start with linux os like fedora or similars distros this is a good way to start
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anix
5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy for the Linux beginner, and good high level reference for Linux admin
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2016
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One of my favorite books for a Linux quick reference. Great for anyone starting to use Linux to get an introduction to all of the commands. Also good for the experienced admin to have the fundamentals at your fingertips to refresh at a moments notice.
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Victor Chaves
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2010
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This is the book every Linux person should have. Great introductory part for those unfamiliar with the Linux commands and a detailed part describing all the important Linux commands under heaven, all in a very small book you can carry anywhere. In fact you cannot go wrong with technical books from O'Reilly because they only publish the best.
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Jerry Saperstein
5.0 out of 5 stars A handy, useful reference for the Linux user
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2008
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A pocket sized guide to the essential commands of Linux. While specific to an older version of Fedora, this is still a very handy reference. All the essential commands are covered and explained.

This is a small book with a limited purpose and it acheives its goals. More or less indispensable for the Linux user.

Jerry
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gerard
5.0 out of 5 stars De referencia
Reviewed in Spain on June 11, 2022
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Estupendo libro de bolsillo, que permite una aproximación rápida a la mayoría de comandos más utilizados en Linux con explicaciones concisas, aunque suficientes. Solo lamento no haberlo adquirido antes. Que el autor sea músico de rock aporta valor añadido :-)
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Lawrence
5.0 out of 5 stars excelent quick reference and quick start guide
Reviewed in Canada on June 18, 2011
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I was a fairly new Linux starter, I bought this book as my quick learning guide, it gives me most of the common commands I need to know in very well structure format and with examples. This is one of the most handy book I have been using for linux so far all the time.
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Richard
5.0 out of 5 stars A TOTALLY Excellent reference book must-have!!!
Reviewed in Germany on December 26, 2012
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Great writing, easy to read. Excellent for use as a reference. Design in such a way that the read can be a beginning programmer or a multilanguage developer; whereas if you know any other language and are interested in learning Shell you can within a week or two.
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Paul C
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Linux reference (or refresher)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 5, 2010
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I have used Unix (specifically AIX) in the past - quite a while ago now, and now have a need to use Linux. I bought this book to give me a refresher - it is surprising how much I actually remembered. I have used this in conjunction with an Ubuntu Linux distribution I have installed.

This book is a useful size although calling it a pocket guide is a bit optimistic (7" x 4.25"). All the same it is light and doesn't take up much space on the shelf, desk or in the laptop bag. It contains all of the most common/useful commands for everyday use - and is perfect for the newbie and experienced person alike. This style of reference guide suits me, as I can look specifically for what I need, rather than trawl through acres of text to find the nugget I'm looking for.

If you have NEVER used linux before, and are not comfortable with using a command line interface (such as the CMD window on XP/Vista/W7), then maybe this is not the first book you should buy. However for everyone else, it is ideal. Once again O'Reilly adds another excellent reference book to it's list.
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ni
4.0 out of 5 stars 実用的、思ったよりわかりやすい
Reviewed in Japan on April 4, 2010
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日本語版を買おうかと思ってたが、値段は倍違いから、英語版にした。
本自体は小さくて携帯しやすいし、内容も案外とわかりやすい。
紙もしっかりしていって、さすが洋書って感じ。
まだ完全に読み切っていないが、机の上において、調べたいときに
パっと調べて、便利。
Linuxに関しては私は初心者だが、Cなどは勉強したことがあるから、
理解し安かったかも知れないが、プログラミングの初心者はもっと入門的は
入門書のほうがいいかもしれないと思った。
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