Linux for Networking Professionals: Strengthen your networking and security efforts with Linux 2nd Edition, Kindle Edition

Sharpen your networking and security skills by learning common and advanced Linux configurations, tools, and servicesKey FeaturesSolve critical networking problems using real-world examplesConfigure common networking services step by step in an enterprise environmentBuild infrastructure with defense against common attacks in mindSupport and defend your network infrastructure with LinuxPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionWith Linux gaining popularity, more network services are being deployed on it due to its cost-effectiveness and flexibility. If you are a networking professional or an infrastructure engineer involved with networks, in-depth knowledge of Linux networking is paramount.Linux for Networking Professionals, Second Edition, is a comprehensive guide to building a strong foundation of Linux networking concepts. From basic Linux network configurations to major distributions and picking the right distro for your specific needs – this book covers it all.As you progress through the chapters, you’ll also find insights into diagnosing network issues, setting up robust firewall protection, and using Linux as a host for network services. The book takes you through a wide range of network services, explains why they're important, and how to configure them in an enterprise environment. With real-world examples, you'll learn how to securely configure various services and safeguard them against common attacks.As you advance to the final chapters, you’ll be well on your way towards building the foundation for an all-Linux data center. 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 Linux firewall and set it up for network servicesDeploy and configure DNS, IPS and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) services securelyConfigure Linux for load balancing, authentication, and authorization servicesLeverage Linux as a logging platform for network monitoringImplement Honeypot solutions to detect and foil attacksUse virtualization in Linux to support network operations and servicesWho this book is forThis book is for IT and Windows professionals and admins looking for guidance in managing Linux-based networks. It will help you build a solid foundation of how to securely configure and operate Linux networks in a corporate IT environment. Basic knowledge of networking is necessary to get started with this book.Table of ContentsPicking a Linux DistroBasic Linux Network ConfigurationUsing Linux tools for Network DiagnosticsThe Linux FirewallUsing Linux Hosts for Network ServicesDNS ServicesDHCP ServicesCertificates and PKIRADIUS ServicesLoad balancer Packet CaptureUsing Linux for Network MonitoringUsing Linux for Intrusion Prevention Services (IPS)Honeypot solutionsVirtualization on Linux - Background Read more