ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide: Implement, manage, and optimize ChromeOS features effectively

Explore the sysadmin features and architecture of ChromeOS to master its local and cloud-based administrative tools and capabilities

Key Features

• Get a complete overview of using ChromeOS as a powerful system admin tool
• Get hands-on experience working with Google’s administration platform
• Learn about centralized management of resources as the hallmark of enterprise system administration

Book Description

Google's ChromeOS provides a great platform for technicians, system administrators, developers, and casual users alike, providing a seemingly simplistic architecture that is easy enough for a novice user to begin working with. However, beneath the surface, this operating system boasts a plethora of powerful tools, able to rival any other OS on the market. So, learning how to harness the full potential of the OS is critical for you as a technical worker and user to thrive at your workplace. ChromeOS System Administrator’s Guide will help you reap the benefits of all features of ChromeOS.

This book explains ChromeOS’ unique architecture and its built-in tools that perform essential tasks such as managing user accounts, working with data, and launching applications. As you build your foundational knowledge of the OS, you'll be exposed to higher-level concepts such as security, command line, and enterprise management.

By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to perform a range of system administration tasks within ChromeOS without requiring an alternative operating system, thereby broadening your options as a technician, system administrator, developer, or engineer.

What you will learn

• Install, update, and configure ChromeOS on standalone devices
• Manage Google's cloud-based applications and resources effectively
• Implement key networking and security features to protect your architecture from cyber threats
• Understand common troubleshooting and disaster recovery techniques
• Migrate data from other platforms to Google Workspace efficiently
• Perform administrative tasks and run Linux scripts with Chrome Shell
• Manage your enterprise from the Google Workspace Admin Console

Who this book is for

This book is for you if you want to become a system administrator, developer, or engineer, and are looking to explore ChromeOS architecture all while expanding your knowledge of administration tools and techniques. Basic knowledge of system administration is required.

Table of Contents

1. ChromeOS Basics
2. Getting Connected
3. Exploring Google Apps
4. ChromeOS Security
5. Recovering from Disasters
6. Troubleshooting 101
7. The Linux Development Environment
8. Working with the Chrome Shell (Crosh)
9. Google Workspace Admin Console
10. Centralized Administration of OUs, Users, Groups, and Devices

Dr. Sanders is a faculty member of Towson University (Towson, Maryland), where he motivates his student to succeed. He also held senior technical roles with the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Pearson Education where he worked as a Sr. Systems Administrator on their Global IT Team. In each of these roles, he grew to become a subject matter expert (SME) who was heavily relied on for his technical expertise and communication skills. Also, in 2015, he founded the 501c3 nonprofit organization Pass IT On, as a way to combat the technology skills gap experienced by youth and adults from disadvantaged backgrounds. As Pass IT On's Executive Director and Sr. Instructor, he has helped to impact the lives of thousands of individuals in Baltimore City, Maryland, and the surrounding region.