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Linux for Networking Professionals: Securely configure and operate Linux network services for the enterprise

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Get to grips with the most common as well as complex Linux networking configurations, tools, and services to enhance your professional skills

Key FeaturesLearn how to solve critical networking problems using real-world examplesConfigure common networking services step by step in an enterprise environmentDiscover how to build infrastructure with an eye toward defense against common attacksBook DescriptionAs Linux continues to gain prominence, there has been a rise in network services being deployed on Linux for cost and flexibility reasons. If you are a networking professional or an infrastructure engineer involved with networks, extensive knowledge of Linux networking is a must.

This book will guide you in building a strong foundation of Linux networking concepts. The book begins by covering various major distributions, how to pick the right distro, and basic Linux network configurations. You'll then move on to Linux network diagnostics, setting up a Linux firewall, and using Linux as a host for network services. You'll discover a wide range of network services, why they're important, and how to configure them in an enterprise environment. Finally, as you work with the example builds in this Linux book, you'll learn to configure various services to defend against common attacks. As you advance to the final chapters, you'll be well on your way towards building the underpinnings for an all-Linux datacenter.

By the end of this book, you'll be able to not only configure common Linux network services confidently, but also use tried-and-tested methodologies for future Linux installations.

What you will learnUse Linux as a troubleshooting and diagnostics platformExplore Linux-based network servicesConfigure a Linux firewall and set it up for network servicesDeploy and configure Domain Name System (DNS) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) services securelyConfigure Linux for load balancing, authentication, and authorization servicesUse Linux as a logging platform for network monitoringDeploy and configure Intrusion Prevention Services (IPS)Set up Honeypot solutions to detect and foil attacksWho this book is forThis book is for IT and Windows professionals and admins looking for guidance in managing Linux-based networks. Basic knowledge of networking is necessary to get started with this book.

Table of ContentsWelcome to the Linux FamilyBasic Linux Network Configuration and Operations – Working with Local InterfacesUsing Linux and Linux Tools for Network DiagnosticsThe Linux FirewallLinux Security Standards with Real-Life ExamplesDNS Services on LinuxDHCP Services on LinuxCertificate Services on LinuxRADIUS Services for LinuxLoad Balancer Services for LinuxPacket Capture and Analysis in LinuxNetwork Monitoring Using LinuxIntrusion Prevention Systems on LinuxHoneypot Services on Linux

528 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 11, 2021

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