by ScottMann (Author), EllenL.Mitchell (Author)
For courses in LINUX.
This tutorial gives detailed instructions on the implementation, configuration, and use of publicly available tools and features of Linux as they relate to Linux security. Essential background information is provided in the book's introductory chapters. Administrative concepts and tasks are reviewed only at points where such coverage is absolutely necessary.
Format: Textbook Binding
Pages: 800
Edition: 1
Publisher: Prentice Hall More and more companies are depending on Linux to run their mission critical networks and store their most important data. This expert guide shows Linux system administrators exactly how to protect those resources and networks, using the powerful open source tools the Linux community has developed. Start by learning how to prepare your Linux system for a production environment, including identifying system vulnerabilities, planning for day-to-day security administration; implementing firewalls, and more. Review the key steps involved in securing filesystems, email, web servers, and other key applications; then learn how to protect applications running in a mixed Linux/Unix and Windows NT environment. Linux System Security book contains invaluable rules of thumb that can help any Linux sysadmin leverage the security expertise that usually earned only through hard-won experience. It's informal and witty -- but when it comes to protecting your systems and resources, this book is deadly serious! For all Linux sysadmins familiar with the basics of system administration and TCP/IP network administration.
Published: 23 Dec 1999
ISBN 10: 0130158070
ISBN 13: 9780130158079
Book Overview:
Scott Mann currently works for SGI, specializing in Linux systems. Previously he worked for four years in Systems Engineering at Sun Microsystems. Mann resides in Golden, CO.
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