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The Practice of System and Network Administration, Second Edition,New
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The first edition of The Practice of System and Network Administrationintroduced a generation of system and network administrators to a modern IT methodology. Whether you use Linux, Unix, or Windows, this newly revised edition describes the essential practices previously handed down only from mentor to protg. This wonderfully lucid, often funny cornucopia of information introduces beginners to advanced frameworks valuable for their entire career, yet is structured to help even the most advanced experts through difficult projects.The book's four major sections build your knowledge with the foundational elements of system administration. These sections guide you through better techniques for upgrades and change management, catalog best practices for IT services, and explore various management topics. Chapters are divided into The Basics and The Icing. When you get the Basics right it makes every other aspect of the job easiersuch as automating the right things first. The Icing sections contain all the powerful things that can be done on top of the basics to wow customers and managers.Inside, you'll find advice on topics such as The key elements your networks and systems need in order to make all other services run better Building and running reliable, scalable services, including web, storage, email, printing, and remote access Creating and enforcing security policies Upgrading multiple hosts at one time without creating havoc Planning for and performing flawless scheduled maintenance windows Managing superior helpdesks and customer care Avoiding the 'temporary fix' trap Building data centers that improve server uptime Designing networks for speed and reliability Web scaling and security issues Why building a backup system isn't about backups Monitoring what you have and predicting what you will need How technically oriented workers can maintain their job's technical focus (and avoid an unwanted management role) Technical management issues, including morale, organization building, coaching, and maintaining positive visibility Personal skill techniques, including secrets for getting more done each day, ethical dilemmas, managing your boss, and loving your job System administration salary negotiationIt's no wonder the first edition received Usenix SAGE's 2005 Outstanding Achievement Award!This eagerly anticipated second edition updates this timeproven classic: Chapters reordered for easier navigation Thousands of updates and clarifications based on reader feedback Plus three entirely new chapters: Web Services, Data Storage, and Documentation
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Practice of System and Network Administration'? A: The book focuses on modern IT methodologies and essential practices for system and network administration, applicable to Linux, Unix, and Windows environments.
- Q: How is the content of the book structured? A: The book is divided into four major sections that cover foundational elements of system administration, with chapters categorized into 'The Basics' and 'The Icing'.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in this book? A: Key topics include building reliable services, creating security policies, managing helpdesks, and avoiding temporary fixes, among others.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed to introduce beginners to advanced frameworks while also providing valuable insights for experienced professionals.
- Q: What updates are included in the second edition? A: The second edition features reordered chapters for better navigation, thousands of updates based on feedback, and three new chapters on Web Services, Data Storage, and Documentation.
- Q: What is the total page count of the book? A: The book contains a total of 1011 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Practice of System and Network Administration' is Thomas A. Limoncelli.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition was published on June 15, 2007.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, guaranteed with mint packaging and a return policy.