Linux Universe: Installation and Configuration - Softcover

Strobel, Stefan; Maurer, Rainer; Middendorf, Stefan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0387948791 ISBN 13: 9780387948799

Publisher: Springer, 1997

Synopsis

I ntrod uction or some time 32-bit machines have been a hot topic in the world F ofPCs. It seems that more powerful operating systems will soon be displacing DOS. Meanwhile, at least in the professional literature, lively discussion has been raging about what the future standard will be. Two alternatives seem to be emerging for the domain of server operating systems: Windows NT, and UNIX variants such as UNIX VS. Windows NT Solaris 2, UnixWare, and NextStep 486. In this context OS/2 plays no significant role since it is seen more as a competitor to Windows in its current version and future 32-bit versions. We cannot yet predict which system will finally predominate. However, the significant rise in the power of hardware in recent years has unleashed the demand for a modern operating system that makes use of these developments. Under a modern server operating system, the borderline between classical UNIX workstations and high-end workstations PCs will tend to become more fluid. 1.1 Historical perspectives on Linux An extremely powerful alternative to the above proprietary systems has evolved far from all the big debates on strategy. The system is Linux, a UNIX system for Intel processors that is available for free.

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Review

"I was very surprised how easy your package installed onto my system. You have an excellent product." Gerald Dorman, President, Gray Cell Dynamics

Synopsis

This third edition of Linux Universe CD-ROM Installation and Configuration is completeley revised, expanded, and improved. Now on 2 CD-ROMs, this distribution contains Kernal versions up to 2. 0 and is fully configured for easy installation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387948791
• ISBN 13: 9780387948799
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 236