Red Hat Linux 8 Bible

by: Christopher Negus

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'The best overall Red Hat user's book, hands down, no contest.'

-Al Stevens, C Programming Columnist, Dr. Dobb's Journal

  Explore new GNOME 2 and KDE 3 desktops, Apache 2.0 Web server, and Firstboot configuration tool

Activate features for multimedia, publishing, WINE Windows applications, and more

Create wireless LANs, state-of-the-art security, and Internet servers

If Red Hat Linux 8 can do it, you can do it too . . .

  Whether you're new to Linux or a Red Hat pro, you'll find everything you need to install, configure, and administer the latest version of this highly reliable, versatile, and economical operating system. From updated step-by-step installation and troubleshooting instructions to iptables for firewalls, configuring file and Web servers, and solutions for today's security issues, this handy reference is the one guidebook that helps you do it all.

  Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Red Hat Linux 8

  Use the latest procedures to install the system, create boot disks, and get updates from the Red Hat Linux Network

Tailor Red Hat's new GNOME and KDE desktop to suit your work style

Learn your way around the Linux shell, file system, and text editor

Configure features like system services, Samba, and sound cards from the GUI, without manually editing configuration files

Protect your system with LogSentry and iptables

Make your servers public with DNS, build a wireless LAN, and set up a virtual private network

Discover new multimedia and publishing software, including gtkam digital camera tool and OpenOffice software suite

Table of Contents

Preface.

Acknowledgment.

  PART I: GETTING STARTED IN RED HAT LINUX.

      Chapter 1: An Overview of Red Hat Linux.

  Chapter 2: Installing Red Hat Linux.

  PART II: UDING RED HAD LINUX.

  Chapter 3: Getting to Know Red Hat Linux.

  Chapter 4: Working with the Desktop.

  Chapter 5: Accessing and Running Applications.

  Chapter 6: Publishing with Red Hat Linux.

  Chapter 7: Playing Games with Red Hat Linux.

  Chapter 8: Multimedia in Red Hat Linux.

  Chapter 9: Tools for Using the Internet and the Web.

  PART III: ADMINISTERING RED HAT LINUX.

  Chapter 10: Understanding System Administration.

  Chapter 11: Setting Up and Supporting Users.

  Chapter 12: Automating System Tasks.

  Chapter 13: Backing Up and Restoring Files.

  Chapter 14: Computer Security Issues.

  PART IV: RED HAT LINUX NETWORK AND SERVER SETUP.

  Chapter 15: Setting up a Local Area Network.

  Chapter 16: Connecting to the Internet.

  Chapter 17: Setting up a Print Server.

  Chapter 18: Setting a File Server.

  Chapter 19: Setting up a Mail Server.

  Chapter 20: Setting Up an FTP Server.

  Chapter 21: Setting up a Web Server.

  Chapter 22: Setting Up a News Server.

  Chapter 23: Setting Up Boot Servers: DHCP and NIS.

  Chapter 24: Setting Up a MySQL Database Server.

  Chapter 25: Making Servers Public with DNS.

  Appendix A: What's on the CD-ROMs.

  Appendix B: Red Hat Linux RPMs.

  Appendix C: Running Network Services.

  Index.

  GNU General Public License.

  Christopher Negus has been working with UNIX systems, the Internet, and (more recently) Linux systems for more than two decades. During that time, Chris worked at AT&T Bell Laboratories, UNIX Systems Laboratories, and Novell, helping to develop the UNIX operating system. Features from many of the UNIX projects Chris worked on at AT&T have found their way into Red Hat and other Linux systems.

During the past few years, Chris has written several books on UNIX and the Internet, including Caldera OpenLinux Bible , Internet Explorer 4 Bible, and Netscape Plug-ins For Dummies for Wiley Publishing. He also co-wrote several books for Que Corporation, including The Complete Idiot's Guide to Networking (second and third editions) and Using UNIX (second edition). Chris's other writings include articles for Internet World, NetWare Connection, and Visual Developer magazine.

At home, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Sheree, and his boys, Caleb and Seth. His hobbies include soccer, singing, and exercising with Sheree.