Fedora 2 is the current version of the most popular Linux operating system, released by the Red Hat-sponsored open source Fedora project. This book provides everything you need to use it effectively, including the Fedora Core 2 Linux distribution on DVD.
After reviewing Linux basics, you’ll move step by step through installing Fedora 2, setting up applications, connecting to the Internet, building networks, establishing a firewall, and more. You will discover how to use the shell, manage the filesystem, and set up user accounts. Finally, you will explore advanced system administration and development, learning about the Linux kernel, how to manage your system with Perl, and how you can contribute to the Fedora Project.
Chapter 1: Installing Fedora 2
Chapter 2: Fedora 2 Basics
Chapter 3: Connecting to the Internet
Chapter 4: Everyday Applications
Chapter 5: The Filesystem
Chapter 6: The Shell
Chapter 7: Managing Your User Accounts
Chapter 8: Installing and Updating Software
Chapter 9: Building Networks
Chapter 10: Security
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