Friday, June 13, 2008

Self-Service Linux: Mastering the Art of Problem Determination


Self-Service Linux: Mastering the Art of Problem Determination

In Self-Service Linux, two of IBM's leading Linux experts introduce a four-step methodology for identifying and resolving every type of Linux-related system or application problem: errors, crashes, hangs, performance slowdowns, unexpected behavior, and unexpected outputs.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Self-Service Linux: Mastering the Art of Problem Determination .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/013147751X/downloads/013147751X_book.pdf

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Linux Quick Fix Notebook

Linux Quick Fix Notebook brings together all the step-by-step instructions, precise configuration commands, and real-world guidance you need. Peter Harrison addresses virtually every aspect of Linux administration, from software installation to security, user management to Internet services.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Quick Fix Notebook .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131861506/downloads/Harrison_book.pdf

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Understanding the Linux Virtual Memory Manager

This book describes VM in unprecedented detail, presenting both theoretical foundations and a line-by-line source code commentary. It systematically covers everything from physical memory description to out-of-memory management.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Understanding the Linux Virtual Memory Manager .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131453483/downloads/gorman_book.pdf

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Java Application Development on Linux

Linux is the fastest-growing Java development platform because it saves money and then saves time by serving as a platform for both development and deployment. Written for Java and Linux developers alike, Java Application Development on Linux is the hands-on guide to the full Java application development lifecycle on Linux.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Java Application Development on Linux .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/013143697X/downloads/013143697X_book.pdf

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Managing Linux Systems with Webmin

A Webmin guide for every beginning-to-intermediate sysadmin. Written by Webmin's primary developer, this book delivers authoritative, step-by-step coverage of the latest version of Webmin, from installation to centrally managing multiple servers.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Managing Linux Systems with Webmin .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131408828/downloads/0131408828.pdf

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The Linux Development Platform

The Linux Development Platform shows how to choose the best open source and GNU development tools for your specific needs, and integrate them into a complete development environment that maximizes your effectiveness in any project.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Linux Development Platform .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0130091154/downloads/0130091154.zip

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GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide

The GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide provides an extensive overview of installing, managing and using a GNU/Linux system, including many recipes ready to cook. It is, internationally, a much respected and referenced resource.

Use the following url to access the free ebook GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide .
http://www.togaware.com/linux/survivor/index.shtml

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Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator's Manual

The Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator's Manual covers all system administration aspects of a Debian GNU/Linux system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator\'s Manual .
http://www.debian.org/doc/manuals/system-administrator/index.html

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Secure Programming for Linux and Unix HOWTO

This book provides a set of design and implementation guidelines for writing secure programs for Linux and Unix systems.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Secure Programming for Linux and Unix HOWTO .
http://www.dwheeler.com/secure-programs/

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Step by Step Linux Guide

Step by Step Linux Guide is a book that is written by M.B.G. Suranga De Silva to provide a single reference for network administration in a Linux environment. Beginners as well as experienced users should find the information they need to cover nearly all important administration activities required to manage a Linux network configuration.

se the following url to access the free ebook Step by Step Linux Guide .
http://www.ceylonlinux.com/book.html

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Writing GNOME Applications

Writing GNOME Applications will help Linux programmers learn the basics of GNOME and understand how to write real-world applications using this important programming environment. Focusing on the essentials, this book guides you through GNOME's fundamental elements and explains how and why these elements function as they do.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Writing GNOME Applications .
http://developer.gnome.org/doc/books/WGA/

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Bash Guide for Beginners

This guide discusses concepts useful in the daily life of the serious Bash user. While a basic knowledge of shell usage is required, it starts with a discussion of shell building blocks and common practices. Then it presents the grep, awk and sed tools that will later be used to create more interesting examples. The second half of the course is about shell constructs such as loops, conditional tests, functions and traps, and a number of ways to make interactive scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Bash Guide for Beginners .
http://tille.xalasys.com/training/bash/

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Brian and Tom's Linux Book

This free linux book, Brian and Tom's Linux Book is divided into the following parts: Part 1 - Linux and Installation, Part II - The OpenLinux GUI, Part III - Basic Linux: Knowing the Command Line, Part IV - System Security, Part V - Working with Linux Servers and Part VI- Appendices.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator\'s Manual .
http://linuxbook.orbdesigns.com/btlb_toc.html

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Introduction to Linux

Free linux book by Brandon Chisham.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Introduction to Linux .
http://www.brandonchisham.com/online_books/Using_Linux/html_version/index.html

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The Big Online Book of Linux Ada Programming

Do you want to develop Linux applications twice as fast as typical C language applications? Do you want to learn about a language that is designed for open source development? Read on!

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Big Online Book of Linux Ada Programming .
http://www.pegasoft.ca/resources/boblap/book.html

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Linux Administrator's Security Guide

Linux Administrator's Security Guide by Kurt Seifried is freely available online.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Administrator\'s Security Guide .
http://www.linuxtopia.org/online_books/linux_administrators_security_guide/index.html

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Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed

This is a free linux book from Sams Reference Library. Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed shows you how to install, configure, and manage version 7.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed .
http://www.samspublishing.com/library/library.asp?b=red_hat_linux7

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Universal Command Guide: For Operating Systems

Topics covered in this free online book: Every administrative command in Sun Solaris 7 and 8; IBM AIX 4.3.3; OpenBSD 2.7; Red Hat Linux 7; Novell NetWare 3.12, 4.11, 5.1, and 6; Mac OS 9.1; MS-DOS 6.22; and Microsoft Windows 95 through XP. Every command-line command and many graphical command sequences are covered fully, with information on every parameter and command variation.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Universal Command Guide: For Operating Systems .
http://www.ucgbook.com/online

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TCP/IP & Linux Protocol Implementation

TCP/IP & Linux Protocol Implementation: Systems Code for the Linux Internet provides a one-of-a-kind description about using the Linux operating system on a TCP/IP network. Offers detailed explanations on how Linux implements its communications protocols. This is a gzipped Postscript file.

Use the following url to access the free ebook TCP/IP and Linux Protocol Implementation .
ftp://cs.ucl.ac.uk/darpa/tmp/li/book.ps.gz

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Ubuntu Linux Essentials

Ubuntu Linux Essentials is an online book designed to provide everything a user needs to know to install, use and administer an Ubuntu Linux system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Ubuntu Linux Essentials .
http://www.techotopia.com/index.php/Ubuntu_Linux_Essentials

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Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution

The Securing & Optimizing Linux series books addresses unanswered questions about Linux security and optimization in the marketplace. There are intended for a technical audience and discusses how to install a Linux Server with all the necessary security and optimization for a high performance Linux specific machine. It covers in detail several ways to configure tasks' security and optimization.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Securing and Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution .
http://www.openna.com/products/books.php

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Linspire Guide

Linspire Guide is a wiki about the Linspire operating system (version 5 or eariler).

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linspire Guide .
http://www.linspireguide.com/Home

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User Guide to Using the Linux Desktop

This user guide is meant as an introductory guide for a user to use a modern personal computer (PC) running the Linux operating system. The main aim is to provide a self-learning guide on how to use a modern Linux desktop system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook User Guide to Using the Linux Desktop .
http://www.iosn.net/training/end-user-manual/

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Linux System Administration

This online book teaches students how to install GNU/Linux. The book uses the Debian distro as an example. Students install, create and manage user accounts, install new hardware, make backups and many other mission critical tasks a System Administrator would need to know.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux System Administration .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-sys-admin.html

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Linux Network Administration

This online book teaches the fundamentals of networking, what the TCP/IP protocol stack consists of and how the different layers of the network stack influence communication on a network. You will learn how Linux can be used as a router and the basic principles of digital encryption and digital signatures used to keep email secure. As well as how to set up secure connections between different Linux machines by using SSH.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Network Administration .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-net-admin.html

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Shell Scripting

This book teaches students how to create shell scripts, the use of Regular expressions, file manipulation with sed, grep and awk and how to tie all this new knowledge into scripts that make using Linux so simple.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Shell Scripting .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-shell-script.html

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Linux Kernel in a Nutshell

Written by a leading developer and maintainer of the Linux kernel, Linux Kernel in a Nutshell is a comprehensive overview of kernel configuration and building, a critical task for Linux users and administrators. This free book is available for download in either PDF or DocBook format for the entire book, or by the individual chapter.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Kernel in a Nutshell .
http://www.kroah.com/lkn/

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Linux For Newbies

This book might be really useful, especially if combined with Installing Linux. There's much information on the Internet about Linux, but it's hard to find a complete, well written, easy to understand guide for people who are new to the whole Linux (free software, open source, etc.) phenomenon and are curious about (trying) it.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux For Newbies .
http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Linux_For_Newbies

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Intrusion Detection für Linux-Server (german)

The book covers the setup of the available open source intrusion detection systems based on Linux. The covered tools include tripwire, snort, lids, snare, logsurfer etc. One whole part of the book is devoted to the distributed setup of these tools and their management. Further chapters include the digital forensic analysis of a compromised host and the analysis of network traces.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Intrusion Detection für Linux-Server .
http://www.spenneberg.com/IDS-Book/197.html

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Slackware Linux Essentials

This is the official guide to Slackware Linux. This book is designed to get you started with the Slackware Linux operating system. It's not meant to cover every single aspect of the distribution, but rather to show what it is capable of and give you a basic working knowledge of the system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Slackware Linux Essentials .
http://www.slackbook.org/html/index.html

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The Operating Systems Handbook

This free pdf book shows you the following, for UNIX, VMS, OS/400, VM/CMS, and MVS operating systems: History of the operating system, Starting and ending a session, Filenames, How files are organized, and how to navigate, Available on-line help, Creating, copying, naming, and deleting files, Using the text editor, Printing text files, Creating and running command files, Sending and receiving mail, A sample session.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Operating Systems Handbook .
http://www.snee.com/bob/opsys.html

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Agustin's Linux Manuals

This free manual covers the following topics. Volume 1 - Installation and Internet, Volume 2 - System Administration, Volume 3 - Multimedia and Hardware Installation and Volume 4 - Networks and Servers.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Agustin\'s Linux Manuals .
http://www.comptechdoc.org/os/linux/

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Guide to ARMLinux for Developers

This book tries to cover a range of hardware and aspects of ARMLinux. It assumes that you are at least a competent computer user, more likely an experienced developer, but perhaps not very familiar with GNU/Linux or the ARM and its development platforms.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Guide to ARMLinux for Developers .
http://www.aleph1.co.uk/armlinux/book

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Linux Compute Clusters

Linux Compute Clusters includes the following topics: Chapter 1: Introduction to Clusters, Chapter 2: Cluster Node Design (Outline only), Chapter 3: Cluster Interconnects, Chapter 4: Storage for a Linux Compute Cluster (Outline only), Chapter 5: Physical Considerations (Outline only),Chapter 6: Software Environment (Outline only),Chapter 7: Cluster Resource and Performance Management, Chapter 8: Cluster Administration (Outline only), Chapter 9: Clusters in a Production HPC Environment (Case Study), Chapter 10: Project from the Ground Up (Case Study), Chapter 11: Commercial Application and Chapter 11: Commercial Application (Case Study).

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Compute Clusters .
http://linuxclusters.com/compute_clusters.html

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Linux Shell Scripting A Beginner's handbook

This free online book covers the following topics: Quick Introduction to Linux, Getting started with Shell Programming, Shells (bash) structured Language Constructs, Advanced Shell Scripting Commands, Essential Utilities for Power User, Learning expressions with ex, awk Revisited and Examples of Shell Scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Shell Scripting A Beginner\'s handbook .
http://www.freeos.com/guides/lsst/

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The Linux Kernel

The Kernelbook aims to be the guide to how the kernel fits together, the subsystems and algorithms, maps of interconnections and trouble spots.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Linux Kernel .
http://kernelbook.sourceforge.net/l

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Linux System Administrator Guide

Linux System Adminstrator's Guide is available either online or downloadable in the following formats: HTML, PDF, SGML, and "tar-gzipped" versions of the Multi-page and Single-page HTML.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux System Administrator Guide .
http://www.draxeman.com/sag.html

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Learning About UNIX-GNU/Linux

UNIX-Gnu/Linux is an extremely powerful computing environment. The notes concentrate on using the tools provided by the environment as a user. They do not discuss using the environment as a desktop substitute for Windoze or Macintosh. They also do not discuss issues of installation or system administration, except for some brief materials in the fifth module.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Learning About UNIX-GNU/Linux .
http://www.upscale.utoronto.ca/GeneralInterest/Harrison/LearnLinux/

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Linux 101: The beginner's guide to all things Linux

This free online book covers the following topics: Quick Introduction to Linux, Getting started with Shell Programming, Shells (bash) structured Language Constructs, Advanced Shell Scripting Commands, Essential Utilities for Power User, Learning expressions with ex, awk Revisited and Examples of Shell Scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux 101: The beginner\'s guide to all things Linux .
http://learn.clemsonlinux.org/wiki/Main_Page

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Maximum RPM

The complete reference for the RPM software package that is the heart of the Red Hat Linux distribution. Designed for both the novice and advanced users, Maximum RPM enables anyone to take full advantage of the benefits of building software packages with the Red Hat Package management tools.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Maximum RPM .
http://www.redhat.com/docs/books/max-rpm/index.html

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GTK+/Gnome Application Development

This book is for the reader who is conversant with the C programming language and UNIX/Linux development. It provides detailed and solution-oriented information designed to meet the needs of programmers and application developers using the GTK+/Gnome libraries.

Use the following url to access the free ebook GTK /Gnome Application Development .
http://www106.pair.com/rhp/gnome-app-devel.html

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GNU Autoconf, Automake, and Libtool

The GNU autoconf, automake, and libtool "autotools" are powerful tools that simplify writing software on different platforms. GNU Autoconf, Automake, and Libtool is a technically adept and expert guide to using these utilities effectively.

Use the following url to access the free ebook GNU Autoconf, Automake, and Libtool .
http://sources.redhat.com/autobook/

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Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution

This book provides a comprehensive collection of Linux security products and explains in the most simple and structured manner how to safely and easily configure and run many popular Linux-based applications and services, including Exim, Qmail, Apache 2, DHCP, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Anti-Relaying, ProFTPD, and many others.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Securing .
http://www.openna.com/pdfs/Securing-Optimizing-Linux-The-Ultimate-Solution-v2.0.pdf

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Securing & Optimizing Linux: Red Hat Edition

This book shows you how to build a secure, reliable and clean network from the ground up, with optimizations and security, using RedHat Linux 7.x as a base OS.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Securing .
http://www.openna.com/pdfs/Securing-Optimizing-Linux-RH-Edition-v1.3.pdf

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Linux Network Administrator's Guide, 2nd Edition

This is a free linux book from O'Reilly Open Books Project. It covers many topics related to linux network administration

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Network Administrator\'s Guide, 2nd Edition .
http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/linag2/book/index.html

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Learning Debian GNU/Linux

Learning Debian GNU/Linux is a free linux book to learn Debian Linux from O'Reilly Open Books Project.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Learning Debian GNU/Linux .
http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/debian/chapter/book/index.html

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Linux: Rute User's Tutorial and Exposition

This is an excellent book to learn Linux. Topics covered: How to be a competent Linux user, familiar with the command line, key utilities like "sed," and important related skills like C programming, shell scripting, and regular expression creation. There's coverage of server software--notably HTTPd, Sendmail, and Exim--and coverage of the PostgreSQL server.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux: Rute User\'s Tutorial and Exposition .
http://tech-geeks.org/contrib/mdrone/LinuxWorkshop/rute/

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Linux From Scratch

Linux From Scratch allows users to build custom Linux systems from the ground up, customizing each aspect of the system to the users specifications.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux From Scratch .
http://www.linuxfromscratch.org/lfs/downloads/stable/

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Beyond Linux From Scratch

Beyond Linux From Scratch (BLFS) is a project that continues where the LFS book finishes. It assists users in developing their systems according to their needs by providing a broad range of instructions for installing and configuring various packages on top of a base LFS system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Beyond Linux From Scratch .
http://www.linuxfromscratch.org/blfs/download.html

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Managing Projects with GNU make, 3rd Edition

This is a free linux book from O'Reilly Open Books Project. Topics include How to write a Simple Makefile, Rules, Variables and Macros, Functions, Commands, Managing Large Projects, Portable Makefiles, C and C++, Java, Improving the Performance of make, Example Makefiles and Debugging Makefiles.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Managing Projects with GNU make, 3rd Edition .
http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/make3/book/index.csp

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Knowing Knoppix

Knowing Knoppix is a beginner-friendly book designed to help with these situations: You can't start Windows! Disaster?, You are curious about Linux, and you want to discover what all the fuss is about and You want a useful guide to help you get started.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Knowing Knoppix .
http://www.pjls16812.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/knowing-knoppix/

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Linux Newbie Administrator Guide

A complete reference for new Linux users who wish to set up and administer their own Linux home computer, workstation and/or their home or small office network.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Newbie Administrator Guide .
http://linux-newbie.sunsite.dk

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Linux Newbie Guide

In this guide, you'll find out why Linux offers a real alternative to other operating systems, how you can install Linux on to your computer for free, and how to get to grips with using Linux on a daily basis without any techno jargon.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Newbie Guide .
http://www.linuxnewbieguide.org/

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GNU Emacs Manual

This book picks up where the introductory on-line tutorial included with Emacs ends. It explains the full range of Emacs' power and contains reference material useful to expert users. This free book can be downloaded in various formats.

Use the following url to access the free ebook GNU Emacs Manual .
http://www.gnupress.org/software/emacs/manual/

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Self-Service Linux: Mastering the Art of Problem Determination

In Self-Service Linux, two of IBM's leading Linux experts introduce a four-step methodology for identifying and resolving every type of Linux-related system or application problem: errors, crashes, hangs, performance slowdowns, unexpected behavior, and unexpected outputs.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Self-Service Linux: Mastering the Art of Problem Determination .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/013147751X/downloads/013147751X_book.pdf

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Linux Quick Fix Notebook

Linux Quick Fix Notebook brings together all the step-by-step instructions, precise configuration commands, and real-world guidance you need. Peter Harrison addresses virtually every aspect of Linux administration, from software installation to security, user management to Internet services.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Quick Fix Notebook .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131861506/downloads/Harrison_book.pdf

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Understanding the Linux Virtual Memory Manager

This book describes VM in unprecedented detail, presenting both theoretical foundations and a line-by-line source code commentary. It systematically covers everything from physical memory description to out-of-memory management.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Understanding the Linux Virtual Memory Manager .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131453483/downloads/gorman_book.pdf

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Java Application Development on Linux

Linux is the fastest-growing Java development platform because it saves money and then saves time by serving as a platform for both development and deployment. Written for Java and Linux developers alike, Java Application Development on Linux is the hands-on guide to the full Java application development lifecycle on Linux.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Java Application Development on Linux .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/013143697X/downloads/013143697X_book.pdf

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Managing Linux Systems with Webmin

A Webmin guide for every beginning-to-intermediate sysadmin. Written by Webmin's primary developer, this book delivers authoritative, step-by-step coverage of the latest version of Webmin, from installation to centrally managing multiple servers.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Managing Linux Systems with Webmin .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0131408828/downloads/0131408828.pdf

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The Linux Development Platform

The Linux Development Platform shows how to choose the best open source and GNU development tools for your specific needs, and integrate them into a complete development environment that maximizes your effectiveness in any project.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Linux Development Platform .
http://www.phptr.com/content/images/0130091154/downloads/0130091154.zip

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GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide

The GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide provides an extensive overview of installing, managing and using a GNU/Linux system, including many recipes ready to cook. It is, internationally, a much respected and referenced resource.

Use the following url to access the free ebook GNU/Linux Desktop Survival Guide .
http://www.togaware.com/linux/survivor/index.shtml

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Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator's Manual

The Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator's Manual covers all system administration aspects of a Debian GNU/Linux system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator\'s Manual .
http://www.debian.org/doc/manuals/system-administrator/index.html

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Secure Programming for Linux and Unix HOWTO

This book provides a set of design and implementation guidelines for writing secure programs for Linux and Unix systems.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Secure Programming for Linux and Unix HOWTO .
http://www.dwheeler.com/secure-programs/

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Step by Step Linux Guide

Step by Step Linux Guide is a book that is written by M.B.G. Suranga De Silva to provide a single reference for network administration in a Linux environment. Beginners as well as experienced users should find the information they need to cover nearly all important administration activities required to manage a Linux network configuration.

se the following url to access the free ebook Step by Step Linux Guide .
http://www.ceylonlinux.com/book.html

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Writing GNOME Applications

Writing GNOME Applications will help Linux programmers learn the basics of GNOME and understand how to write real-world applications using this important programming environment. Focusing on the essentials, this book guides you through GNOME's fundamental elements and explains how and why these elements function as they do.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Writing GNOME Applications .
http://developer.gnome.org/doc/books/WGA/

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Bash Guide for Beginners

This guide discusses concepts useful in the daily life of the serious Bash user. While a basic knowledge of shell usage is required, it starts with a discussion of shell building blocks and common practices. Then it presents the grep, awk and sed tools that will later be used to create more interesting examples. The second half of the course is about shell constructs such as loops, conditional tests, functions and traps, and a number of ways to make interactive scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Bash Guide for Beginners .
http://tille.xalasys.com/training/bash/

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Brian and Tom's Linux Book

This free linux book, Brian and Tom's Linux Book is divided into the following parts: Part 1 - Linux and Installation, Part II - The OpenLinux GUI, Part III - Basic Linux: Knowing the Command Line, Part IV - System Security, Part V - Working with Linux Servers and Part VI- Appendices.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Debian GNU/Linux System Administrator\'s Manual .
http://linuxbook.orbdesigns.com/btlb_toc.html

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Introduction to Linux

Free linux book by Brandon Chisham.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Introduction to Linux .
http://www.brandonchisham.com/online_books/Using_Linux/html_version/index.html

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The Big Online Book of Linux Ada Programming

Do you want to develop Linux applications twice as fast as typical C language applications? Do you want to learn about a language that is designed for open source development? Read on!

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Big Online Book of Linux Ada Programming .
http://www.pegasoft.ca/resources/boblap/book.html

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Linux Administrator's Security Guide

Linux Administrator's Security Guide by Kurt Seifried is freely available online.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Administrator\'s Security Guide .
http://www.linuxtopia.org/online_books/linux_administrators_security_guide/index.html

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Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed

This is a free linux book from Sams Reference Library. Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed shows you how to install, configure, and manage version 7.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed .
http://www.samspublishing.com/library/library.asp?b=red_hat_linux7

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Universal Command Guide: For Operating Systems

Topics covered in this free online book: Every administrative command in Sun Solaris 7 and 8; IBM AIX 4.3.3; OpenBSD 2.7; Red Hat Linux 7; Novell NetWare 3.12, 4.11, 5.1, and 6; Mac OS 9.1; MS-DOS 6.22; and Microsoft Windows 95 through XP. Every command-line command and many graphical command sequences are covered fully, with information on every parameter and command variation.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Universal Command Guide: For Operating Systems .
http://www.ucgbook.com/online

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TCP/IP & Linux Protocol Implementation

TCP/IP & Linux Protocol Implementation: Systems Code for the Linux Internet provides a one-of-a-kind description about using the Linux operating system on a TCP/IP network. Offers detailed explanations on how Linux implements its communications protocols. This is a gzipped Postscript file.

Use the following url to access the free ebook TCP/IP and Linux Protocol Implementation .
ftp://cs.ucl.ac.uk/darpa/tmp/li/book.ps.gz

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Ubuntu Linux Essentials

Ubuntu Linux Essentials is an online book designed to provide everything a user needs to know to install, use and administer an Ubuntu Linux system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Ubuntu Linux Essentials .
http://www.techotopia.com/index.php/Ubuntu_Linux_Essentials

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Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution

The Securing & Optimizing Linux series books addresses unanswered questions about Linux security and optimization in the marketplace. There are intended for a technical audience and discusses how to install a Linux Server with all the necessary security and optimization for a high performance Linux specific machine. It covers in detail several ways to configure tasks' security and optimization.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Securing and Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution .
http://www.openna.com/products/books.php

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Linspire Guide

Linspire Guide is a wiki about the Linspire operating system (version 5 or eariler).

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linspire Guide .
http://www.linspireguide.com/Home

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User Guide to Using the Linux Desktop

This user guide is meant as an introductory guide for a user to use a modern personal computer (PC) running the Linux operating system. The main aim is to provide a self-learning guide on how to use a modern Linux desktop system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook User Guide to Using the Linux Desktop .
http://www.iosn.net/training/end-user-manual/

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Linux System Administration

This online book teaches students how to install GNU/Linux. The book uses the Debian distro as an example. Students install, create and manage user accounts, install new hardware, make backups and many other mission critical tasks a System Administrator would need to know.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux System Administration .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-sys-admin.html

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Linux Network Administration

This online book teaches the fundamentals of networking, what the TCP/IP protocol stack consists of and how the different layers of the network stack influence communication on a network. You will learn how Linux can be used as a router and the basic principles of digital encryption and digital signatures used to keep email secure. As well as how to set up secure connections between different Linux machines by using SSH.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Network Administration .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-net-admin.html

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Shell Scripting

This book teaches students how to create shell scripts, the use of Regular expressions, file manipulation with sed, grep and awk and how to tie all this new knowledge into scripts that make using Linux so simple.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Shell Scripting .
http://learnlinux.tsf.org.za/courses/web-shell-script.html

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Linux Kernel in a Nutshell

Written by a leading developer and maintainer of the Linux kernel, Linux Kernel in a Nutshell is a comprehensive overview of kernel configuration and building, a critical task for Linux users and administrators. This free book is available for download in either PDF or DocBook format for the entire book, or by the individual chapter.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Kernel in a Nutshell .
http://www.kroah.com/lkn/

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Linux For Newbies

This book might be really useful, especially if combined with Installing Linux. There's much information on the Internet about Linux, but it's hard to find a complete, well written, easy to understand guide for people who are new to the whole Linux (free software, open source, etc.) phenomenon and are curious about (trying) it.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux For Newbies .
http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Linux_For_Newbies

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Intrusion Detection für Linux-Server (german)

The book covers the setup of the available open source intrusion detection systems based on Linux. The covered tools include tripwire, snort, lids, snare, logsurfer etc. One whole part of the book is devoted to the distributed setup of these tools and their management. Further chapters include the digital forensic analysis of a compromised host and the analysis of network traces.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Intrusion Detection für Linux-Server .
http://www.spenneberg.com/IDS-Book/197.html

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Slackware Linux Essentials

This is the official guide to Slackware Linux. This book is designed to get you started with the Slackware Linux operating system. It's not meant to cover every single aspect of the distribution, but rather to show what it is capable of and give you a basic working knowledge of the system.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Slackware Linux Essentials .
http://www.slackbook.org/html/index.html

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The Operating Systems Handbook

This free pdf book shows you the following, for UNIX, VMS, OS/400, VM/CMS, and MVS operating systems: History of the operating system, Starting and ending a session, Filenames, How files are organized, and how to navigate, Available on-line help, Creating, copying, naming, and deleting files, Using the text editor, Printing text files, Creating and running command files, Sending and receiving mail, A sample session.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Operating Systems Handbook .
http://www.snee.com/bob/opsys.html

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Agustin's Linux Manuals

This free manual covers the following topics. Volume 1 - Installation and Internet, Volume 2 - System Administration, Volume 3 - Multimedia and Hardware Installation and Volume 4 - Networks and Servers.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Agustin\'s Linux Manuals .
http://www.comptechdoc.org/os/linux/

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Guide to ARMLinux for Developers

This book tries to cover a range of hardware and aspects of ARMLinux. It assumes that you are at least a competent computer user, more likely an experienced developer, but perhaps not very familiar with GNU/Linux or the ARM and its development platforms.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Guide to ARMLinux for Developers .
http://www.aleph1.co.uk/armlinux/book

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Linux Compute Clusters

Linux Compute Clusters includes the following topics: Chapter 1: Introduction to Clusters, Chapter 2: Cluster Node Design (Outline only), Chapter 3: Cluster Interconnects, Chapter 4: Storage for a Linux Compute Cluster (Outline only), Chapter 5: Physical Considerations (Outline only),Chapter 6: Software Environment (Outline only),Chapter 7: Cluster Resource and Performance Management, Chapter 8: Cluster Administration (Outline only), Chapter 9: Clusters in a Production HPC Environment (Case Study), Chapter 10: Project from the Ground Up (Case Study), Chapter 11: Commercial Application and Chapter 11: Commercial Application (Case Study).

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Compute Clusters .
http://linuxclusters.com/compute_clusters.html

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Linux Shell Scripting A Beginner's handbook

This free online book covers the following topics: Quick Introduction to Linux, Getting started with Shell Programming, Shells (bash) structured Language Constructs, Advanced Shell Scripting Commands, Essential Utilities for Power User, Learning expressions with ex, awk Revisited and Examples of Shell Scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux Shell Scripting A Beginner\'s handbook .
http://www.freeos.com/guides/lsst/

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The Linux Kernel

The Kernelbook aims to be the guide to how the kernel fits together, the subsystems and algorithms, maps of interconnections and trouble spots.

Use the following url to access the free ebook The Linux Kernel .
http://kernelbook.sourceforge.net/l

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Linux System Administrator Guide

Linux System Adminstrator's Guide is available either online or downloadable in the following formats: HTML, PDF, SGML, and "tar-gzipped" versions of the Multi-page and Single-page HTML.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux System Administrator Guide .
http://www.draxeman.com/sag.html

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Learning About UNIX-GNU/Linux

UNIX-Gnu/Linux is an extremely powerful computing environment. The notes concentrate on using the tools provided by the environment as a user. They do not discuss using the environment as a desktop substitute for Windoze or Macintosh. They also do not discuss issues of installation or system administration, except for some brief materials in the fifth module.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Learning About UNIX-GNU/Linux .
http://www.upscale.utoronto.ca/GeneralInterest/Harrison/LearnLinux/

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Linux 101: The beginner's guide to all things Linux

This free online book covers the following topics: Quick Introduction to Linux, Getting started with Shell Programming, Shells (bash) structured Language Constructs, Advanced Shell Scripting Commands, Essential Utilities for Power User, Learning expressions with ex, awk Revisited and Examples of Shell Scripts.

Use the following url to access the free ebook Linux 101: The beginner\'s guide to all things Linux .
http://learn.clemsonlinux.org/wiki/Main_Page

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