Red Hat Linux X Bible - Softcover

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Christopher Negus has been working with UNIX systems, the Internet, and (most recently) Linux systems for more than two decades. During that time, Chris worked at AT&T Bell Laboratories, UNIX System Laboratories, and Novell, helping to develop the UNIX operating system. Features from many of the UNIX projects Chris worked on at AT&T have found their way into Red Hat, Fedora, and other Linux systems. Most recently, Chris co-wrote the books Linux Troubleshooting Bible and Linux Toys for Wiley Publishing. During the past few years, Chris has written several books on UNIX and the Internet, including Internet Explorer 4 Bible and Netscape Plug-Ins For Dummies for Wiley Publishing. He also co-wrote several books for Que Publishing, including The Complete Idiot's Guide to Networking (second and third editions) and Using UNIX (second edition). Chris's other writings include articles for Internet World, NetWare Connection, and Visual Developer magazines. At home, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Sheree, and his boys, Caleb and Seth. His hobbies include soccer, singing, and exercising with Sheree.

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If Fedora Linux 2 can do it, you can do it too...

Red Hat s Fedora Linux project is making good on its promise to promote rapid development of cutting–edge Linux technology. Fedora Linux 2 marks significant advancements in Linux, both inside (2.6 kernel) and outside (with a switch to the X.Org desktop), as well as major new facilities like Security Enhanced Linux. This comprehensive guide offers detailed instructions for running desktop applications and setting up more than a dozen server types, while keeping you abreast of the latest Linux technology.

Inside, you ll find complete coverage of Fedora Linux 2

• Learn cutting–edge Linux technology destined for upcoming Red Hat Enterprise Linux releases
• Install Fedora using CD, network, or kickstart installations
• Explore the enhanced Linux 2.6 kernel, KDE 3.2 and GNOME 2.5 desktops, and the new X server from X.Org
• Discover the newly integrated multimedia features, including the ALSA sound system, Tvtime television tuner, and Rhythmbox music player
• Explore new procedures for creating network–shared address books with LDAP
• Activate network features for configuring IPSEC VPNs and wireless cards
• Understand Security Enhanced Linux for administering highly secure systems
• Set up file and print servers, mail servers, boot servers, and MySQL database servers and learn to use the firewall and security tools needed to protect them