Linux Networking Fundamentals: Configure, Secure, and Optimize Your Networks

di Felix Turner (Autore)

Felix Turner, 2025

Master the Language of Modern Networks with Linux. Have you ever wanted to understand how the internet truly works? Are you looking to launch a career in IT, or are you a professional seeking the essential skills to manage the backbone of today's technology? If so, this book is your starting point. Linux Networking Fundamentals is a practical, step-by-step guide designed to take you from zero to hero. Forget dense theory and abstract concepts. This book is built on a simple principle: the best way to learn is by doing. You will build your own virtual lab, configure real network services, and solve real-world problems, transforming you from a computer user into a confident and capable network administrator. Starting from the absolute basics, this guide assumes no prior experience. Every chapter is a building block, carefully layering concepts and practical skills. You will not just read about firewalls; you will build them. You will not just learn the theory of DNS; you will configure your own DNS server from scratch. Inside, you will master how to: Build a Complete Virtual Lab: Create a safe, multi-server sandbox on your own computer to practice and experiment without fear. Command the Command Line: Become proficient with the essential tools used by professionals to configure, manage, and troubleshoot networks. Configure Core Services: Set up and manage the pillars of any network, including DNS for name resolution, DHCP for automatic IP assignment, and NTP for time synchronization. Secure Your Systems: Learn to defend your network with firewalls, harden remote access with SSH key-based authentication, and build your own VPN with WireGuard and OpenVPN. Troubleshoot Like a Pro: Master a systematic, layer-by-layer approach to diagnosing and solving network issues with tools like ping, mtr, tcpdump, and nmap. Build for Scale and Resilience: Implement advanced solutions like load balancing with HAProxy and high availability with Keepalived to create robust, fault-tolerant services. Automate Your Work: Take your skills to the next level by writing simple Bash scripts and using Ansible to manage multiple servers efficiently. Whether you are an aspiring system administrator, a developer looking to understand infrastructure, or simply a curious mind wanting to demystify the technology that connects our world, this book provides the job-ready skills you need. Take control of the network. Start your journey today.

• Autore: Felix Turner
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Felix Turner
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798232237066