Authoritative Answers to All Your Linux Network Server Questions--Specifically for Linux Administrators


Tap into Linux's impressive capabilities as a network server. Written by one of the world's leading Linux system administration experts, Linux Network Servers teaches you, step-by-step, all the standard and advanced techniques you need to know to configure and administer a full range of network services, from file and printer sharing to email and the Web. Hundreds of clear, consistent examples illustrate these techniques in detail--so you stay on track and accomplish all your goals. Coverage includes the following:


Installing Linux


Understanding the boot process


Working with the network interface


Setting up login services


Using Linux name services


Configuring a mail server


Setting up Apache Web server


Configuring network gateway services


Configuring desktop configuration server


Setting up file sharing


Setting up printer services


Securing your server


Troubleshooting


The Craig Hunt Linux Library


The Craig Hunt Linux Library provides in-depth, advanced coverage of the key topics for Linux administrators. Topics include Samba, System Administration, DNS Server Administration, Apache, Security, and Sendmail. Each book in the series is either written by or meticulously reviewed by Craig Hunt to ensure the highest quality and most complete coverage for networking professionals working specifically in Linux environments.