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Cover of Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Hacking Solution v3.0

Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Hacking Solution (v3.0)

A comprehensive collection of Linux security products, organized across 47 chapters, that explains in the simplest, most structured manner how to safely and easily configure and run many popular Linux-based applications and services. Used in academic settings and translated into multiple languages.

Author
Gerhard Mourani
Pages
1208
Version
3.0
Date
June 2002
ISBN
0968879314
Cover of Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution v2.0

Securing & Optimizing Linux: The Ultimate Solution (v2.0)

Tightening security to an incomparable level — written so the path from beginning to end is smooth and step-by-step, accessible for beginners and rigorous enough for experts. Translated into Korean and adopted in academic settings.

Author
Gerhard Mourani
Pages
855
Version
2.0
Date
May 2001
ISBN
0968879306
Cover of Securing & Optimizing Linux: Red Hat Edition v1.3

Securing & Optimizing Linux: Red Hat Edition (v1.3)

A complete guide to securing and optimizing the Red Hat distribution of Linux — from initial install and kernel compilation through advanced network security and back-up procedures. Available in multiple languages.

Author
Gerhard Mourani
Pages
487
Version
1.3
Date
June 2000
ISBN
0970033001

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