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Learn Linux, and take your career to the next level!

Linux Essentials, 2nd Edition provides a solid foundation of knowledge for anyone considering a career in information technology, for anyone new to the Linux operating system, and for anyone who is preparing to sit for the Linux Essentials Exam. Through this engaging resource, you can access key information in a learning-by-doing style. Hands-on tutorials and end-of-chapter exercises and review questions lead you in both learning and applying new information―information that will help you achieve your goals! With the experience provided in this compelling reference, you can sit down for the Linux Essentials Exam with confidence.

An open source operating system, Linux is a UNIX-based platform that is freely updated by developers. The nature of its development means that Linux is a low-cost and secure alternative to other operating systems, and is used in many different IT environments. Passing the Linux Essentials Exam prepares you to apply your knowledge regarding this operating system within the workforce.

  • Access lessons that are organized by task, allowing you to quickly identify the topics you are looking for and navigate the comprehensive information presented by the book
  • Discover the basics of the Linux operating system, including distributions, types of open source applications, freeware, licensing, operations, navigation, and more
  • Explore command functions, including navigating the command line, turning commands into scripts, and more
  • Identify and create user types, users, and groups

Linux Essentials, 2nd Edition is a critical resource for anyone starting a career in IT or anyone new to the Linux operating system.

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    111909206X
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    978-1119092063
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    2nd
  4. Publisher
    John Wiley & Sons
  5. Publication date
    September 15, 2015
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    7.4 x 1 x 9 inches
  8. Print length
    368 pages
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Learn Linux Quickly and Easily

Mastering the Linux operating system will help you advance your IT career. This straightforward guide will help you master the fundamentals of Linux and help prepare you for the Linux Essentials Exam. Beginning with operating system basics, Linux Essentials, 2nd Edition explains Linux properties and principles and shows you how to manage this open source operating system in the workplace. Lessons are organized by task, and each chapter features exercises and review questions to solidify your knowledge.

Learn these Linux essentials and more:

  • Types of distributions and open source applications
  • All about freeware, licensing, operations, and navigation
  • Using common Linux programs
  • Navigating the command line
  • Searching, extracting, and archiving data
  • Turning commands into scripts
  • Creating user types, users, and groups
  • Managing network connections

    This Essentials book features:

    • Chapter-opening learning objectives
    • Full coverage of all exam objectives
    • Screenshots and illustrations reinforce learning
    • Essentials and Beyond summaries and additional suggested exercises

About the Author

About the Authors
Christine Bresnahan has worked in the IT industry for more than 30 years and is currently an adjunct professor of Python programming and Linux system administration classes at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis. She is coauthor of Linux Bible, 8th Edition, and Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible. Richard Blum has more than 25 years as a network and systems administrator, currently managing Microsoft, Unix, Linux, and Novell servers for a network with more than 3,500 users. He has developed online programming and Linux courses that he teaches to students worldwide.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ John Wiley & Sons; 2nd edition (September 15, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 111909206X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1119092063
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.4 x 1 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 181 ratings

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Christine Bresnahan started working with computers more than 30 years ago in the IT industry as a systems administrator. She is currently an Adjunct Professor at Ivy Tech Community College where she teaches Linux certification and Python programming classes. She also writes books and produces instructional resources for the classroom. When she is not busy being a computer geek, she likes to garden, hike, cook, and spend time with her family.

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Great intro book on GNU/Linux
There's not much difference between the first edition and this second edition, though the first is 344 pages and this new is 342 pages. There are rearrangements with some chapters here and there. So if you have the 1st edition, not much difference with the new.One thing I did not understand is what changes has been between the first and the second edition. The authors are not the same: 1st ed.: Roderick W. Smith & 2nd ed.: Christine Bresnahan and Richard Blum.Lastly, if you want to learn about Linux and how to use it, whether it is for personal use or because of the certification, it's a great start.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful introduction to linux
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2019
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If you've never used Linux and don't know where to start id recommend this book for sure! Its enough to dip your toes in and keep you interested but not overly in depth. The book wont necessarily provide any high level explanations for most things, but its enough to get someone curios to look into a specific subject related to Linux more. I had to buy this for class and I thoroughly enjoyed its price, and its content!
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Torry
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for class
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2022
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Great for class and note taking
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Independent_forever
4.0 out of 5 stars Serves the purpose and gives a good overview
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2016
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I am NOT a Linux guru by any stretch but use it on several laptops and via several distributions. I also have a bunch of distros in Virtualbox on my laptop so I use either the Kindle for PC (or Kindle cloud reader if I am within one of these Linux distros) and simply follow the commands in each chapter to practice. The book itself is really just an OVERVIEW and a brief prep for the Essentials exam which I have not taken yet. I think with any of these Linux exams you really need hands on even if just to run basic commands to see the output and practice especially for things related to scripting and the command syntax. That said, I would hope this "Essentials" exam isn't going to expect someone to memorize all of the commands/options mentioned in the chapters because that's impossible. Even Linux experts have to go to the MAN pages for seldom used commands. For what the book is for, it's a good purchase but hands-on and probably some LPIC-1/LPIC-2 books would be helpful to really dive in and learn more details. I have no idea if you could pass this first intro exam with just this book or not....I'll probably have to waste $$$$ on a first try (unless I pass) since there just doesn't seem to be any real practice exams to even get a feel for what material is covered and how deeply.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great intro book on GNU/Linux
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2015
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There's not much difference between the first edition and this second edition, though the first is 344 pages and this new is 342 pages. There are rearrangements with some chapters here and there. So if you have the 1st edition, not much difference with the new.

One thing I did not understand is what changes has been between the first and the second edition. The authors are not the same: 1st ed.: Roderick W. Smith & 2nd ed.: Christine Bresnahan and Richard Blum.

Lastly, if you want to learn about Linux and how to use it, whether it is for personal use or because of the certification, it's a great start.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great intro book on GNU/Linux
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2015
There's not much difference between the first edition and this second edition, though the first is 344 pages and this new is 342 pages. There are rearrangements with some chapters here and there. So if you have the 1st edition, not much difference with the new.

One thing I did not understand is what changes has been between the first and the second edition. The authors are not the same: 1st ed.: Roderick W. Smith & 2nd ed.: Christine Bresnahan and Richard Blum.

Lastly, if you want to learn about Linux and how to use it, whether it is for personal use or because of the certification, it's a great start.
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Sean Kelliher
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2021
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Using this to learn Linux. Studying for LPI Linux Essentials exam.
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Calculus Guy
5.0 out of 5 stars Old College Textbook
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020
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It's very good as an introduction to Linux, I highly recommend if you have no Linux experience.
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Grumpy
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book.
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2018
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Very useful and easy to read. Helpful with hints on what is expected on the exam. The book is well laid out and not complicated or too simple.
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Raven's Maven
1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible and outdated
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2023
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This book was published in 2015 which is a millennium in the cyber world. It is laid out in a haphazard fashion and doesn’t fully explain commands and options for anything. The paper it’s printed on is cheap and it makes the few graphics used difficult to read. Bottom line, there are other better books if you are trying to learn Linux.
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Emanuele
5.0 out of 5 stars Christine Bresnahan and Richard Blum are the best. God Bless them!
Reviewed in Italy on January 23, 2019
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A must have, i have many books from this authors, and they are the best on linux scene training series books. Sybex/Wiley best IT learning books ever with top IT professionals involved authors. I bought this book for a friend that is starting his linux knowledge path.
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Michael Hödl
5.0 out of 5 stars Vorbereitung auf das Linux Essentials Exam
Reviewed in Germany on May 22, 2017
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Eigentlich kaufte ich mir dieses Buch als Vorbereitung auf das Linux Essentials Exam. Jedoch erwies es sich auch sehr gut um die Grundzüge und Basics von Linux zu lernen. Ob Anfänger oder Fortgeschrittener, von diesem Buch kann man immer etwas lernen.
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Pedro Carlos Casanella Mozzi
5.0 out of 5 stars Libro muy bueno para principiantes
Reviewed in Spain on September 8, 2016
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Si vienes de windows puro y necesitas una inmersión básica en el mundo linux, este es el mejor libro, por lejos, que he tenido al respecto. Está muy bien estructurado, va de menor a mayor en los conceptos, enseña lo justo (Essentials) y por lo tanto no confunde, y su ordenación didáctica es excelente. Lo recomiendo para todo beginner desesperado por pasar de las ventanas a la consola.
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dcmikki
5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend this book for all people interesting in Linux
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2016
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I highly recommend this book for all people interesting in Linux. My previous experience was like a typical user of Ubuntu where I had to manage with the setbacks of new Operation System because I was a Windows user. I have been using Linux (Ubuntu) since 4 years ago and I want to highlight that thank this book I have acquired a whole idea of Linux OS, filling a lot of gaps that I had.
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MOhamed
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
Reviewed in Spain on June 17, 2020
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now i can prepare for the lpi cert, thank you
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