The Keys to Successful Unix System Management

Lays the foundations for new UNIX systems managers to get up to speed quickly and prepares them to use detailed technical manuals more effectively. The book focuses on the why of system administration, the typical activities performed and the needs of the people the administrator supports.

This book lays the foundation necessary for new or soon-to-be UNIX system managers to get up to speed quickly and to prepare them to use detailed technical manuals more effectively and with greater understanding. Focuses on the "whys" of system administration, the typical activities performed by and expected of those who administer and support the system, and the needs of the people the system administrator supports.