The Debian System: Concepts and Techniques - Softcover

Krafft, Martin F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1593270690 ISBN 13: 9781593270698

Publisher: No Starch Press, 2005

Synopsis

The Debian GNU/Linux operating system approaches Linux system administration differently than other popular Linux distributions, favoring text-based configuration mechanisms over graphical user interfaces (GUIs). Debian may appear simplistic and even slightly outdated, but it is actually very robust, scalable, and secure. Debian's open development cycle and strict quality control by the developers help Debian to constantly gain popularity, despite its reputation as an operating system just for professionals and hardcore computer hobbyists.

The Debian System introduces the concepts and techniques of the Debian operating system, explaining their usage and pitfalls, and illustrating the thinking behind each of the approaches. The book's goal is to give the reader enough insight into the workings of the Debian project and operating system so that they will understand the solutions that have evolved as part of the Debian system over the past decade. While targeted at the well-versed UNIX/Linux administrator, the book can also serve as an excellent resource alongside a standard Linux reference to quickly orient the reader to Debian's unique philosophy and structure. Co-published with Open Source Press, an independent publisher based in Munich that specializes in the field of free and open source software.

About this title

About the Author:

Martin Krafft has been a faithful supporter of Debian since 1997, working as a developer and a PR person, and fielding user questions on mailing lists. He has experience administering mid-sized networks and providing user support, and is responsible for numerous university servers and a 40-node cluster of Debian machines. Krafft is currently working on his Ph.D. at the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory of the University of Zurich.

Review:

"I was extremely impressed . . . strongly recommend for . . . anyone who wants to get the most out of Debian." -- TaoSecurity, January 21, 2006

"Likely to have a long shelf-life . . . a technical book for sure, without fluff or off-topic detours, and packed with information." -- Linux Journal, February 1, 2006

"One of the most complete works covering any distribution or, indeed, operating system, embracing the culture of the active community." -- Linux User & Developer

"This book will have something new in store for all but the most advanced Debian users." -- MozillaQuest Magazine, February 24, 2006

"This is the definitive Debian manual . . . There isn't anything about this book I don't like." -- Groklaw, June 15, 2006

This book has the potential to become the future Debian Bible. -- Freshmeat, September 10, 2005

About this edition

• Publisher: No Starch Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1593270690
• ISBN 13: 9781593270698
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 608