Ubuntu Linux Unleashed by Matthew Helmke

Ubuntu Unleashed 2021 Edition is filled with unique information for everyone who wants to make the most of the Ubuntu Linux operating system, including the latest in Ubuntu mobile development. This new edition has been thoroughly updated by a long-time Ubuntu community leader to reflect the new Ubuntu 20.04 and the forthcoming Ubuntu 20.10 and 21.04 releases. Former Ubuntu Forum administrator Matthew Helmke covers all you need to know about Ubuntu 20.04 installation, configuration, productivity, multimedia, development, system administration, server operations, networking, virtualization, security, DevOps, and more – including intermediate-to-advanced techniques you won’t find in any other book. Helmke introduces Ubuntu’s key productivity and Web development tools, programming languages, hardware support, and more. You’ll find new and improved coverage of Ubuntu’s Unity interface, various types of servers, software repositories, database options, virtualization and cloud services, development tools, monitoring, troubleshooting, Ubuntu’s push into mobile and other touch screen devices, and much more. The companion DVD includes the full Ubuntu 20.04 distribution as well as the complete LibreOffice office suite and hundreds of additional programs and utilities. Ubuntu Unleashed provides detailed information on how to …
• Configure and customize the Unity desktop
• Get started with multimedia and productivity applications, including LibreOffice
• 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)
• Learn about new options for managing large numbers of servers
• Work with databases (both SQL and the newest NoSQL alternatives)
• Get started with virtualization
• Build a private cloud with Juju and Charms
• Learn the basics about popular programming languages including Python, PHP, Perl, and new alternatives such as Go and Rust
• Learn about Ubuntu’s work toward usability on touch-screen and phone devices