Author : Stefano Giro
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 44,44 MB
Release : 2011-03-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1447517199
The situation of a school or a small or very small business where the desire to save money without sacrificing security or efficiency is a primary need, is the perfect environment for solutions based on GNU Linux, an operating system very widespread and with proven efficiency, security and scalability. Learn how to use Ubuntu to create and administer a powerful, modern and complete system suitable to school and to small and very small business.
Author : Albert Nogués
Publisher : Apress
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 37,80 MB
Release : 2017-05-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1484225686
Learn how to transition from Excel-based business intelligence (BI) analysis to enterprise stacks of open-source BI tools. Select and implement the best free and freemium open-source BI tools for your company’s needs and design, implement, and integrate BI automation across the full stack using agile methodologies. Business Intelligence Tools for Small Companies provides hands-on demonstrations of open-source tools suitable for the BI requirements of small businesses. The authors draw on their deep experience as BI consultants, developers, and administrators to guide you through the extract-transform-load/data warehousing (ETL/DWH) sequence of extracting data from an enterprise resource planning (ERP) database freely available on the Internet, transforming the data, manipulating them, and loading them into a relational database. The authors demonstrate how to extract, report, and dashboard key performance indicators (KPIs) in a visually appealing format from the relational database management system (RDBMS). They model the selection and implementation of free and freemium tools such as Pentaho Data Integrator and Talend for ELT, Oracle XE and MySQL/MariaDB for RDBMS, and Qliksense, Power BI, and MicroStrategy Desktop for reporting. This richly illustrated guide models the deployment of a small company BI stack on an inexpensive cloud platform such as AWS. What You'll Learn You will learn how to manage, integrate, and automate the processes of BI by selecting and implementing tools to: Implement and manage the business intelligence/data warehousing (BI/DWH) infrastructure Extract data from any enterprise resource planning (ERP) tool Process and integrate BI data using open-source extract-transform-load (ETL) tools Query, report, and analyze BI data using open-source visualization and dashboard tools Use a MOLAP tool to define next year's budget, integrating real data with target scenarios Deploy BI solutions and big data experiments inexpensively on cloud platforms Who This Book Is For Engineers, DBAs, analysts, consultants, and managers at small companies with limited resources but whose BI requirements have outgrown the limitations of Excel spreadsheets; personnel in mid-sized companies with established BI systems who are exploring technological updates and more cost-efficient solutions
Author : Robert Thompson
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 46,18 MB
Release : 2006-12-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0596526865
This popular Build-It-Yourself (BIY) PC book covers every step in building one's own system: planning and picking out the right components, step-by-step assembly instructions, and an insightful discussion of why someone would want to do it in the first place.
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Page : 422 pages
File Size : 26,16 MB
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Author : Andrew Hudson
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 1122 pages
File Size : 25,76 MB
Release : 2009-12-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0768696739
Ubuntu Unleashed 2010 Edition presents comprehensive coverage of the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. Windows users, Mac users, and Linux enthusiasts have been increasingly turning to Ubuntu for a user-friendly, easy-to-use Linux distribution. This book provides detailed information on installing, using, and administering Ubuntu. You will learn how to set up a workstation or a server, and you will find complete details on Ubuntu’s easy-to-use desktop and productivity software. Ubuntu Unleashed 2010 Edition includes a range of coverage: From the software you need in your everyday work, such as the OpenOffice.org productivity suite, to how to configure your Linux desktop to run smoothly using multiple printers, shell scripts, and more. For the hardcore Linux enthusiast, there is complete coverage of the X Window system, Linux programming, web server administration, and network administration. Install and configure Ubuntu Get all your system’s devices and peripherals up and running Configure and use the X Window System Manage Linux services and users Run a printer server Connect to a local network and the Internet Set up and administer a web server with Apache Secure your machine and your network from intruders Learn shell scripting Share files with Windows users using Samba Get productive with OpenOffice.org Play games on Linux Use Linux multimedia programs Create and maintain a MySQL database Configure a firewall Set up an FTP server Use Ubuntu’s development and programming tools Tune your Ubuntu system for maximum performance Learn to manage and compile the kernel and modules
Author : Kyle Rankin
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 39,74 MB
Release : 2009-07-17
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0137044933
Ubuntu Server is a complete, free server operating system that just works, with the extra Ubuntu polish, innovation, and simplicity that administrators love. Now, there’s a definitive, authoritative guide to getting up-and-running quickly with the newest, most powerful versions of Ubuntu Server. Written by leading members of the Ubuntu community, The Official Ubuntu Server Book covers all you need to know to make the most of Ubuntu Server, whether you’re a beginner or a battle-hardened senior system administrator. The authors cover Ubuntu Server from start to finish: installation, basic administration and monitoring, security, backup, troubleshooting, system rescue, and much more. They walk through deploying each of the most common server applications, from file and print services to state-of-the-art, cost-saving virtualization. In addition, you’ll learn how to Make the most of Ubuntu Server’s latest, most powerful technologies Discover easy, fast ways to perform key administration tasks Automate Ubuntu installs, no matter how many servers you’re installing Quickly set up low-cost web servers and email Protect your server with Ubuntu’s built-in and optional security tools Minimize downtime with fault tolerance and clustering Master proven, step-by-step server and network troubleshooting techniques Walk through rescuing an Ubuntu server that won’t boot
Author : Matthew Helmke
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
Page : 2088 pages
File Size : 30,6 MB
Release : 2020-08-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0136685277
Covers 20.04, 20.10, and 21.04 Ubuntu Linux Unleashed 2021 Edition is filled with unique and advanced information for everyone who wants to make the most of the Ubuntu Linux operating system. This new edition has been thoroughly updated by a long-time Ubuntu user and early community leader to reflect the exciting new Ubuntu 20.04 LTS release, with a forthcoming online update mid-2021, at the halfway mark before the next LTS release comes out. Linux writer Matthew Helmke covers all you need to know about Ubuntu 20.04 LTS installation, configuration, productivity, command-line usage, development, systems administration, server operations, networking, virtualization, cloud computing, DevOps, and more—including intermediate-to-advanced techniques you won't find in any other book. Helmke presents up-to-the-minute introductions to Ubuntu's key productivity and web development tools, programming languages, hardware support, and more. You'll find new or improved coverage of the Ubuntu desktop experience, common web servers and software stacks, an introduction to containers like Docker and Kubernetes, as well as a wealth of systems administration information that is stable and valuable over many years. Configure and use the Ubuntu desktop Get started with multimedia and productivity applications Manage Linux services, users, and software packages Administer and run Ubuntu from the command line Automate tasks and use shell scripting Provide secure remote access and configure a secure VPN Manage kernels and modules Administer file, print, email, proxy, LDAP, DNS, and HTTP servers (Apache, Nginx, or alternatives) Work with databases (SQL) and learn about NoSQL alternatives Get started with virtualization and cloud deployment, including information about containers Learn about options for managing large numbers of servers, including in the cloud Learn the basics about popular programming languages including Python, PHP, Perl, and gain an introduction to new alternatives such as Go and Rust
Author : Matthew Helmke
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 912 pages
File Size : 40,81 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0672336936
"DVD includes the full Ubuntu 13.10 distribution for Intel x86 computers as well as the complete LibreOffice office suite and hundreds of additional programs and utilities"--Page 4 of cover.
Author : Jay LaCroix
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 703 pages
File Size : 39,57 MB
Release : 2020-12-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1800568053
This is the third edition of the bestselling one-stop resource for sysadmins and DevOps professionals to learn, configure and use Ubuntu 20.04 for their day-to-day operations and deployments. Key FeaturesA hands-on book that will teach you how to deploy, maintain and troubleshoot Ubuntu ServerLearn to leverage the improved performance and security-related aspects of Ubuntu Server 20.04 LTSNew chapters dedicated to exploring Ubuntu for cloudBook Description Ubuntu Server has taken data centers around the world by storm. Whether you're deploying Ubuntu for a large-scale project or for a small office, it is a stable, customizable, and powerful Linux distribution with innovative and cutting-edge features. For both simple and complex server deployments, Ubuntu's flexible nature can be easily adapted to meet to the needs of your organization. This third edition is updated to cover the advancements of Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and further train you to understand how to use Ubuntu Server, from initial deployment to creating production-ready resources for your network. The book begins with the concepts of user management, group management, and file system permissions. Continuing into managing storage volumes, you will learn how to format storage devices, utilize logical volume management, and monitor disk usage. Later, you will learn how to virtualize hosts and applications, which will include setting up QEMU & KVM, as well as containerization with both Docker and LXD. As the book continues, you will learn how to automate configuration with Ansible, as well as take a look at writing scripts. Lastly, you will explore best practices and troubleshooting techniques when working with Ubuntu Server that are applicable to real-world scenarios. By the end of this Ubuntu Server book, you will be well-versed in Ubuntu server's advanced concepts and attain the required proficiency needed for Ubuntu Server administration. What you will learnManage users, groups, and permissionsOptimize the performance of system resourcesPerform disk encryption and decryption with Linux Unified Key Setup (LUKS)Set up Secure Shell (SSH) for remote access, and connect it to other nodesShare directories using Samba and Network File System (NFS)Get familiar with scripting to improve command-line efficiencyConfigure VMs, containers, and orchestrate with MicroK8s and KubernetesAutomate server deployments with Ansible and cloud server deployments with TerraformWho this book is for The book is written to cater to sysadmins and DevOps professionals whose teams are planning to employ an Ubuntu/Linux environment for their development needs. Prior knowledge of Ubuntu is not required. However, it is assumed that you possess some IT admin, Linux, and shell scripting experience.
Author : Abdelmonam Kouka
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 19,25 MB
Release : 2015-11-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 178528276X
Unleash the true potential of Ubuntu Server in your production environment using this administration guide About This Book Learn how to deploy and configure Ubuntu servers and work with cloud and hyper-visors Optimize network traffic to broadcast and multicast the traffic flow in OpenStack clouds Discover the essentials of the latest version of Ubuntu, which are good in both looks and performance, using this fast-paced guide Who This Book Is For This book is for system administrators who are familiar with the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and are looking for a fast-paced guide on Ubuntu, and those who are familiar with the older versions of Ubuntu and want to get up to scratch. Basic knowledge of Linux administration is assumed. What You Will Learn Install and set up Ubuntu Server in the shortest possible time, manually as well as in an automated way, for a single server or hundreds of servers Discover the fundamentals of the Ubuntu command-line interface Configure and administer Ubuntu Server using networking and CLI Deploy servers on Ubuntu in the simplest and fastest ways Enhance security within Ubuntu Server using tools such as firewalls, IDS, and IPS and procedures such as restore, rescue, and recovery Work with virtualization, clouds, and one of the best in open source cloud computing —OpenStack Optimize CLI for grep and exec commands and gain some best tips and tricks for Ubuntu Server administration In Detail Ubuntu is a Debian-based Linux operating system built on top of the Debian architecture. It is used to make operating systems for multiple platforms, including phones, desktops, TVs and mobiles. It has made some serious progress in the realms of efficiency and user friendliness. With evolving technology trends, demands on software have changed, with more and more skilled users. Over the past few years, services such as Facebook, Twitter, and push notifications on smartphones mean that users are used to being up to date with everything that happens all the time. With SignalR, the applications stay connected and will generate notifications when something happens either from the system or by other users. This provides new opportunities for the system administrators, to enter this new and exciting world of real-time application development. This is a concise and a cost-friendly guide, packed with up-to-date essentials on Ubuntu Server fundamentals. It will guide you through deploying and configuring Ubuntu servers in your office environments. You'll start by installing Ubuntu Server, then move to the most useful aspect —the command-line interface inside it. You'll extend your knowledge by learning how to administrate and configure Ubuntu Server. You will also see how to deploy services on Ubuntu Server and find out how to secure it. You'll get to grips with the virtualization and cloud computing facilities provided by Ubuntu, and finally, you'll gain some very useful tips. Style and approach This concise and easy-to-follow guide follows a step-by-step approach to help you master Ubuntu server, no matter what your level of expertise it. Each topic is explained sequentially with both essential information and whenever needed, in-depth references.
