The Linux Command Line, 2nd Edition: A Complete Introduction

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The Linux Command Line book is the ultimate guide to understanding and harnessing the power of the Linux command line. This book is for those who want to go beyond the shiny, point-and-click interface and learn how to communicate with their Linux computer using the command line. In this book, you will learn from the very basics of the terminal to creating full programs using the Bash shell. You will discover essential skills like file navigation, configuring your environment, command chaining, the use of regular expressions, and much more. In addition to practical knowledge, you will learn about the philosophy behind these tools and about the rich heritage inherited by your Linux machine from the Unix supercomputers of the past. In this journey, you will explore topics like system administration, networking, package installation, process management, and text editing using the most popular text editor, Vi. You will also discover how to use shell scripts to automate repetitive tasks, manipulate text files with cut, paste, grep, patch, sed, and other powerful mainstays of the Linux command line. Once you cross the initial “shell shock,” you will find that the command line is a natural and expressive way to communicate with your computer.

From the Publisher

The book has received critical acclaim as “THE beginner’s guide to Linux,” and is an excellent resource for anyone looking to master the Linux command line.

The author, William Shotts, has been a software professional and an avid Linux user for over 15 years. He has an extensive background in software development and is also the creator of LinuxCommand.org, a site dedicated to Linux advocacy and education and providing support for using the Linux command line.

This book is recommended for new Linux users who have migrated from different platforms, power users of Microsoft Windows, system administrators, and anyone who wishes to explore the world of single board computers and give Linux a try.

No Starch Press, an independent San Francisco-based publishing company, has published many well-crafted books on topics like computer programming, cybersecurity, operating systems, and LEGO. The titles have personality, and the authors are passionate experts, offering all the content through extensive editorial and technical reviews. No Starch Press has won wide support from STEM enthusiasts worldwide for its fun, fearless approach to technology.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ No Starch Press; 2nd edition (March 7, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 504 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593279523
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593279523
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1.16 x 9.19 inches