Linux Programmer's Reference - Softcover

Petersen, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072123559 ISBN 13: 9780072123555

Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 1999

Synopsis

More than just an alphabetical sourcebook of Linux commands, this text captures the nuances of the various shells and lists them completely, providing syntax, brief explanations, and programming examples for each command. It also provides advice on how, when and why to use each command.

About this title

From the Back Cover

All the essential information you need at your fingertips!

Learn all the core features of Linux, including the BASH, TCSH, and Z shells, using this hands-on resource. Paced with precise syntax, Linux Programmer's Reference, Second Edition covers the latest Linux kernel, 2.2, and captures all the nuances of the various shells. You'll get programming examples for each command and expert advice on how, when, and why to use each command, helping you choose the one that best suits your particular task. With this accessible guide on hand, you'll be able to implement quick solutions to all of your programming challenges in no time.

Use it and you will:

- Learn all about the elements of Linux and exactly how and when to use them
- Master the features of Linux kernel 2.2
- Find essential Linux keywords, commands, and functions quickly
- Learn to develop Gnome and KDE applications

Edition details

• Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072123559
• ISBN 13: 9780072123555
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 486