(Ebook PDF) SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Administration 2nd Edition by Novell, Jason Eckert 1111540039 9781111540036 Full chapter

Here is the Table of Contents for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Administration 2nd Edition:

1. Introduction to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

• Overview of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
• Key Features and Benefits
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Editions
• Installing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

2. Installation and Configuration

• Preparing for Installation
• Installation Methods (CD/DVD, Network, Virtual Machines)
• Partitioning and File Systems
• Configuring Network Settings
• Installation of Additional Packages

3. System Boot and Initialization

• Boot Process Overview
• Understanding GRUB Boot Loader
• System Initialization (Systemd)
• Configuring Boot Parameters
• Boot Time Optimization

4. Managing User Accounts and Permissions

• User Management (Adding, Modifying, Deleting)
• Groups and Group Management
• File Permissions and Ownership
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• Managing Sudo Permissions

5. Package Management

• Overview of Package Management Tools
• Installing, Removing, and Updating Packages
• Using Zypper for Package Management
• Using YaST for Package Management
• Managing Repositories

6. Networking and Network Services

• Configuring Network Interfaces
• Network Troubleshooting Tools (ping, traceroute, etc.)
• Configuring DHCP, DNS, and NTP
• Securing Network Connections with Firewalls
• Configuring SSH for Remote Access

7. Disk Management

• Partitioning and Formatting Disks
• Managing File Systems
• Logical Volume Management (LVM)
• RAID Configurations and Management
• Backups and Data Recovery

8. Security and User Authentication

• SELinux and AppArmor Security Models
• Configuring User Authentication (PAM, Kerberos)
• Securing Remote Access
• Managing Security Patches and Updates
• System Auditing and Log Management

9. System Monitoring and Performance Tuning

• System Resource Monitoring (CPU, Memory, Disk, Network)
• Using Sysstat and Other Monitoring Tools
• Configuring System Logs
• Performance Tuning (Kernel Parameters, ulimit, etc.)
• Identifying and Resolving Bottlenecks

10. Advanced Administration: Virtualization and Containers

• Introduction to Virtualization with SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
• Using KVM for Virtualization
• Managing Containers with Docker and Podman
• SUSE OpenStack Cloud

11. High Availability and Clustering

• Introduction to High Availability Concepts
• Configuring Clusters with SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
• Using Pacemaker for Cluster Management
• Load Balancing and Redundancy

12. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving

• Troubleshooting Common System Issues
• Kernel Panics and System Crashes
• System Logs and Log Files Analysis
• Troubleshooting Networking Problems
• Resolving Package Management Issues

13. Conclusion and Next Steps

• Summary of Key Administration Concepts
• Recommended Next Steps for Further Learning
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Community and Support