A task-oriented look at Linux Mint, using actual real-world examples to stimulate learning. Each topic is presented in an easy-to-follow order, with hands-on activities to reinforce the content. If you are starting out with Linux from a different platform or are well versed with Linux Mint and want a guide that shows you how to exploit certain functionality, this book is for you. No previous Linux experience is assumed.

Linux is the only endpoint OS that is growing globally. As one person put it, "Linux is the Nikola Tesla of information technology". This OS is used in a myriad of devices including smartphones, digital video recorders, televisions, airline entertainment systems, digital signage, automobile control systems, switches, routers, the desktop, among many others. The Microsoft Windows vs Linux OS debate will not end anytime soon. However, it is very clear that Linux is winning. If you have a hard time believing this, consider the influence of Linux on Android and UNIX-based Apple devices. The only reason Windows is still common is because of its influence on many core applications. This is about to change, and Linux is, without a doubt, the future. Microsoft has been the king of End User Computing (EUC) for about 30 years. Nonetheless, there are factors such as security concerns that are pushing EUC to the data center. Due to this, there is a desire to reduce the costs and risks that are required to maintain Windows on the edge. Linux OS offers the perfect solution for this. Linux is layered and lightweight which enables it to perform very well across many types of devices. It also offers high speed and responsiveness. Because Linux has so many inherent advantages, it is preferred for endpoint applications.

Linux mint 20.2 (Uma) is based on the Ubuntu 20.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, Warpinator, Timeshift, NetworkManager, the Samba server, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls, and service management using systemd are covered. Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file server. Be advised that there are few changes between Linux Mint 20.2 and Linux Mint 20.

Tired of using Micro$oft Windows? Want to try something different? Well, Linux Mint is one of the best alternatives for you! Why? Because, Linux Mint is one of the most popular Linux operating system in the world. What you do on a Windows computer, you can do on a Linux computer. This Linux Mint tutorial, will show how to download, install, configure and use, the most common, Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon operating system features, but will not show you how to configure or install a third party software programs, like Mozilla Firefox browser, for example. The reason is, because this tutorial concentrates mainly on installing, configuring and using the Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon operating system itself. Linux used to be very difficult to learn and use, many years ago. But, not anymore. These days, Linux operating system, is easy to learn and use, just like Micro$oft Windows. All those common tasks like browsing the Internet, playing music, watching videos, watching Youtube videos, writing office documents, printing documents, playing games, and other common computer tasks, you do on a daily basis, with Windows, you can do with Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon. And Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon is a free operating system, does not cost you anythings, and you can download, install and use thousands of free program applications, in Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon, by using the Software Manager, which comes with the Linux Mint. Linux Mint, is a very stable, and secure operating system, and there are nearly no viruses for Linux, although there are some, but not many. The author of this tutorial, has been using the Linux operating system, for many years now, and never had a single virus issues, on the computer, and never needed to install, any antivirus software, on his Linux computers. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead, download and install the Linux Mint 21.2 Cinnamon operating system, on your computer, and start using it, by following this guide. I hope you enjoy using it.

Provides a solid foundation for those considering a career in IT—covers the objectives of the new Linux Essentials Exam 010-160 v1.6 Linux is a secure, reliable, open source alternative to costly operating systems such as Microsoft Windows. As large organizations worldwide continue to add Linux servers, the need for IT professionals skilled in Linux continues to grow. The LPI Linux Essentials Study Guide is a valuable resource for anyone preparing to take the new Linux Essentials Exam—the entry-level certification from The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) which validates knowledge of Linux concepts and applications. Written by recognized experts on Linux and open source technologies, this accessible, user-friendly guide covers desktop skills, the command line, directories and files, networks, scripting, security, users and permissions, and much more. Clear, concise chapters provide numerous hands-on tutorials, real-world examples, color illustrations, and practical end-of-chapter exercises and review questions. An ideal introduction for those new to Linux or considering a career in IT, this guide helps readers: Learn the operation and components of Linux desktops and servers Understand open source software, licensing, and applications Configure networks, security, cloud services, storage, and devices Create users and groups and set permissions and ownership Use the command line and build automation scripts LPI Linux Essentials Study Guide: Exam 010 v1.6 is perfect for anyone beginning a career in IT, newcomers to Linux, students in computer courses, and system administrators working with other operating systems wanting to learn more about Linux and other open source solutions.

Learn shell scripting to solve complex shell-related problems and to efficiently automate your day-to-day tasks About This Book Familiarize yourself with the terminal by learning about powerful shell features Automate tasks by writing shell scripts for repetitive work Packed with easy-to-follow, hands-on examples to help you write any type of shell script with confidence Who This Book Is For This book is aimed at administrators and those who have a basic knowledge of shell scripting and who want to learn how to get the most out of writing shell scripts. What You Will Learn Write effective shell scripts easily Perform search operations and manipulate large text data with a single shell command Modularize reusable shell scripts by creating shell libraries Redirect input, output, and errors of a command or script execution to other streams Debug code with different shell debugging techniques to make your scripts bug-free Manage processes, along with the environment variables needed to execute them properly Execute and embed other languages in your scripts Manage creation, deletion, and search operations in files In Detail Shell scripting is a quick method to prototype complex applications or problems. Shell scripts are a collection of commands to automate tasks, usually those for which the user has a repeated need, when working on Linux-based systems. Using simple commands or a combination of them in a shell can solve complex problems easily. This book starts with the basics, including essential commands that can be executed on Linux systems to perform tasks within a few nanoseconds. You'll learn to use outputs from commands and transform them to show the data you require. Discover how to write shell scripts easily, execute script files, debug, and handle errors. Next, you'll explore environment variables in shell programming and learn how to customize them and add a new environment. Finally, the book walks you through processes and how these interact with your shell scripts, along with how to use scripts to automate tasks and how to embed other languages and execute them. Style and approach This book is a pragmatic guide to writing efficient shell programs, complete with hands-on examples and tips.

The Linux Mint Beginner's Guide (Second Edition) will show you how to get the most out of Linux Mint, from using the Cinnamon desktop environment to advanced command-line tasks. In the Guide, you will learn how to: -Install Linux Mint. -Use the desktop environment. -Manage files and folders. -Manage users, groups, and file permissions. -Install software on a Linux Mint system, both from the command line and the GUI. -Configure network settings. -Use the vi editor to edit system configuration files. -Install and configure a Samba server for file sharing. -Install SSH for remote system control using public key/private key encryption. -Install a LAMP server. -Install web applications like WordPress. -Configure an FTP server. -Manage ebooks. -Convert digital media. -And many other topics.