In this guide, the author of many Linux and UNIX books explains how to work with all recent versions of the Linux operating system from the command line. Introductory chapters introduce this open source software alternative to Microsoft Windows. For experienced users, Sobell offers practical examples, tutorials, tips, and resources on Linux tools. He includes a glossary and appended material on regular expressions used by various utilities, troubleshooting, and ways to keep the system updated. Web site support is available. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Mark G. Sobell is president of Sobell Associates Inc., a consulting firm that specializes in UNIX/Linux training, support, and custom software development. He is the author of many best-selling UNIX and Linux books and has more than twenty-five years of experience working with UNIX and Linux.