Linux is increasingly popular among computer enthusiasts of all types, and one of the applications where it is flourishing is multimedia. Take a low-cost hardware platform and add the Linux operating system, which really exploits its speed, and you have a great host for developing multimedia applications. And there's a great variety of free software packages that support manipulation of graphics, audio, and video. But it's not simple to put multimedia...

Every aspect of a network - storage, file transfers, backup - depends on the filesystem for structure, functionality, and integrity. Surprisingly, UNIX - the operating system of choice for mission-critical networks - has historically had little documentation on its filesystem structures. Written by Steve Pate, a senior member of the VERITAS Filesystems Group, this book sheds light on the inner workings of UNIX filesystems and gives you the know-how...

Here's the book you need to prepare for CompTIA's updated Linux+ exam, #XK0-002. This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's certification candidates. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that has earned Sybex the reputation as the leading publisher for certification self-study guides, this book provides:Clear and concise information on setting up and administering a Linux systemPractical...

Whether you just want to learn more about the number-one open source operating system or you're studying for Level 1 Linux certification, this one-stop reference has everything you need. Eight task-oriented minibooks explain the different distributions, using Linux on desktops, networking, administration, security, scripting, and much, much more! -- Page [4] cover.