Sams Teach Yourself Red Hat Fedora 4 Linux All in One
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Join an estimated 85% of the U.S. Linux market in using Red Hat's Linux distributions by learning it from a Fedora authority. Sams Teach Yourself Red Hat Fedora 4 All in One is a starter kit that will help you install, configure, and use Red Hat's Fedora 4 distribution and desktop applications. The easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions will also show you how to:
Use the OpenOffice.org productivity suite and other leading applications.
Troubleshoot hardware issues and install new components.
Set up a small Linux-based network to share files and resources.
Also included is a DVD, which will provide you with the complete Fedora Core Linux distribution, OpenOffice.org desktop suite, and the leading applications for e-mail, Web browsing, and graphics. Find out how you can safely and reliably use Linux and Linux-based applications to accomplish your day-to-day work in the office and at home with Sams Teach Yourself Red Hat Fedora 4 All in One.
Sams Teach Yourself Red Hat Fedora 4 Linux All in OneAbout the Author Aron Hsiao is a longtime Unix and Linux enthusiast with over a decade of experience administering Unix-like operating systems. Over the years, he has worked in network deployment, software development, web development, and Internet advertising. He has also worked as a volunteer in a number of computer-related capacities in his community and served as the About.com guide to Linux from 1997 through 2001. He holds degrees in English and Anthropology from the University of Utah and a master's degree in the Social Sciences from the University of Chicago. He currently works as an editor for military history titles at ABC-CLIO. He is the author of a number of Linux titles, including The Concise Guide to XFree86 for Linux, Sams Teach Yourself Linux Security Basics in 24 Hours, and others. © Copyright Pearson Education. All rights reserved.
Introduction.
Fedora Core 4 and Linux
What You'll Learn in This Book
Conventions Used in This Book
I. INSTALLING FEDORA CORE.
1. Preparing to Install Fedora Core 4.
Taking a Hardware Inventory
Evaluating Your Hardware
Making Space for Linux
Launching the Fedora Core 4 Installer
2. Installing Fedora Core 4.
Starting the Fedora Core 4 Installer
Beginning the Installation
3. Booting, Logging In, and Configuring.
Booting Fedora Core 4
Welcome to Fedora Core 4!
Configuring Your Printer and Internet Service
II. EXPLORING LINUX FUNDAMENTALS.
4. Introducing the Fedora Core 4 Desktop.
Logging In to the Desktop
Navigating the Desktop
Working with Multiple Windows
Understanding Virtual Workspaces
Logging Out of the Fedora Core 4 Desktop
5. Working with Files on the Desktop.
Creating a File Using the Text Editor
Understanding the Linux File System
Using File Dialog Boxes in Linux
Using the File Manager
Working with Files and Directories
Manipulating Files Using Drag and Drop
Working with Trash Contents
6. Working with Files in the Shell.
Why Learn to Use the Linux Command Line?
Introducing the Shell
7. Understanding File Properties.
Understanding Executable Files
Using Symbolic Links
Understanding Permissions
III. USING FEDORA CORE.
8. Creating Text Documents with OpenOffice.org Writer.
Previewing the OpenOffice.org Applications
Creating and Formatting an OpenOffice.org Writer Document
9. Creating Spreadsheets with OpenOffice.org Calc.
Understanding Electronic Spreadsheets
Using OpenOffice.org Calc
10. Creating Presentations with OpenOffice.org Impress.
Understanding Electronic Presentations
Launching OpenOffice.org Impress
Creating Your First Presentation
Working with Your Presentation
11. Browsing the Web with Firefox.
Introducing Firefox
Browsing the Web with Firefox
12. Managing Email with Evolution.
Reading and Writing Email with Evolution
13. Using Other Network Tools.
Instant Messaging in Fedora Core 4
Accessing Windows Networks
Using File Transfer Protocol on the Desktop
14. Editing Images and Photos.
Downloading Images From Your Digital Camera
Using The GIMP for Basic Photo Editing
Using More Advanced GIMP Tools
15. Playing and Recording Sound and Music.
Using the Volume Control
Playing Audio CDs
Playing MP3 Digital Music Files
Recording and Playing Back Sound
Burning Your Own CDs
16. Customizing the Desktop.
Using the Desktop Preferences
Configuring the Menubar
17. Getting Help on the Desktop.
Using Application Help
Viewing Systemwide Help in the Help Browser
Reading Other Documentation on the Desktop
IV. USING THE LINUX COMMAND LINE.
18. Becoming Familiar with Shell Environments.
Why Learn to Use the Linux Command Line?
Understanding Virtual Consoles
Becoming Comfortable at the Command Line
Getting Help at the Command Line
Using the GNU info System
Getting Help from the Commands Themselves
19. Performing Basic Shell Tasks.
Grouping Files for Efficient File Management
Searching Files and Directories Quickly
Using Command Output for Complex Tasks
20. Creating, Editing, and Saving Text Files.
Using Common Command-Line Editors
Keeping Your Shell Programs Under Control
21. Managing High-Quality Documents at the Command Line.
Printing at the Command Line
Creating High-Quality Documents at the Command Line
22. Performing Simple Math and Database Tasks at the Command Line.
Performing Math Tasks Using the Binary Calculator
Creating and Sorting Lists of Data
23. Using the Network at the Command Line.
Browsing the Web at the Command Line
Managing Email at the Console
24. Using Other Systems Remotely at the Command Line.
Logging In to a Remote Linux or Unix System
Exchanging Files with Linux/Unix Hosts Using ftp
Exchanging Files with Windows Hosts Using smbclient
25. Harnessing the Power of the Shell.
Adding to Your Command Repertoire
Using Shell Variables and Quoting
Creating Your Own Commands Using Shell Scripting
V. ADVANCED TOPICS.
26. Desktop Power Tools.
Additional Features of the Terminal Application
Using Basic X Window System Applications
Interacting with the User in Shell Scripts
Scripting the File Manager
27. Using Desktop Applications Remotely.
Understanding the X Window System Protocol
Networking X Using the Secure Shell
Networking X Manually
Allowing Incoming X Connections with xhost
Allowing and Starting Remote X Sessions
28. Command-Line System Administration.
Using the su Command
Managing System Processes
Managing Running Services
Managing File Systems
Managing Accounts
Using cron to Manage Periodic Jobs
Shutting Down and Restarting
29. Desktop System Administration.
Managing System Processes
Managing Running Services
Managing Network Interfaces
Managing Accounts
Reading System Logs
Mounting and Unmounting File Systems
30. Security Basics.
Managing the Fedora Core 4 Firewall
Understanding Advanced Permissions
Protecting the Root Account
Logging Users Out Automatically
31. Installing Linux Software.
Installing and Removing Fedora Core 4 Components
Using Third-Party Software
Using the rpm Command
Using Application Launchers
32. Keeping Fedora Core 4 Updated.
Introducing the Red Hat Network
Keeping Fedora Core 4 Updated from the Command Line
33. Offering Network File Services.
Before You Begin
Offering Network File System Service
Offering Windows File Sharing Service
34. Offering Web and FTP Service.
Before You Begin
Running a Web Server
Running a File Transfer Protocol Server
35. Backups, Troubleshooting, and Rescue.
Backing Up and Restoring Your Data
Dealing with Catastrophic Failures
Recognizing Other Critical Problems
VI. APPENDIXES.
Appendix A: Installer Troubleshooting.
Loading Modules at Install Time
Using Module Parameters: A Last Resort
Using the Text Mode Installer
Installing from Network Volumes or Hard Drives
Appendix B: Adding Windows Compatibility to Linux.
Windows Compatibility Overview
Codeweavers CrossOver Office
VMware Workstation
Netraverse Win4Lin
Index.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 14.7.2005 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Indianapolis |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 230 x 176 mm |
| Gewicht | 1134 g |
| Themenwelt | Informatik ► Betriebssysteme / Server ► Unix / Linux |
| ISBN-10 | 0-672-32707-4 / 0672327074 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-672-32707-0 / 9780672327070 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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