[PLUG] UNIX(/Linux) Intor (text)Book
Jack Morgan
jack at bonyari.com
Thu Mar 25 06:17:02 UTC 2004
On Thu, Mar 25, 2004 at 05:22:02AM -0800, Roderick A. Anderson wrote:
> I haven't really followed the last few discussions on Linux classes then
> discovered I've been scheduled to teach a one credit class this fall. The
> class hasn't been taught for a year (I think it is only offered once a
> year) and I've been out of the intro-level learn UNIX/Linux mode for
> years.
> So here I am trying to figure out a good book to use. My preference is
> to use the man pages and on-line resources but sometimes the students
> prefer something to have and to hold. Makes it seem more official.
>
> I need to cover actual UNIX variations and should(/will) have access to a
> HPUX system for that but the world is quickly becoming GNU/Linux/BSD.
> Yeah the SUN still shines but I don't have access to a Solaris or SUN/OS
> box and don't encounter them very often.
>
> What are your suggestions for a good (cheap) book to use for a UNIX Intro
> class? OS installation instructions are less of a need but usage
> (command-line), configuration, and software installation/upgrade are really
> important.
I'd suggest "Essential System Administration Pocket Reference" or the full
version, "Essential System Administration, 3rd Edition". They are a few
years old but contain a wealth of information that students could use
after completing your class.
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Jack Morgan
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