With Mac OS X, Apple has completely rebuilt the Macintosh operating system from the ground upQand yes, itUs Unix thatUs running this new Mac OS. Mac users can now use the terminal command line to write a Perl script, automate batch commands, run an Apache server, use sendmail, and grep to their heartUs delight. And alternately, many experienced Unix programmers are thrilled to be able to write shell scripts on the Mac platform. Unix for Mac OS X: Visual QuickPro Guide shows readers how to configure their Unix environment, navigate permissions, directories and files, run handy Unix utilities, configure and run the Apache Web server, and much more. In addition, readers will learn how to protect their files with UnixUs security tools, and how to fix their Macs when things go wrong. This book is a great introduction to Unix for people who love the Mac. And if you're already an experienced Unix user, this is the book you want to give to your Mac-using friends so they'll stop asking you for Unix help.
1. Why Apple Built OS X on Unix.
2. Working with the Command Line.
3. Using Unix Manuals and Help.
4. Useful Unix Utilities.
5. Using Files and Directories.
6. Editing and Printing Files.
7. Configuring Your Unix Environment.
8. Working with Permissions and Ownership.
9. Creating and Using Scripts.
10. Interacting With Other Unix Machines.
11. Introduction to System Administration.
12. Security.
13. Installing Software From Source Code.
14. Installing and Configuring Servers.
15. More Open Source Software.
Appendix A. Where to Learn More.
Appendix B. Security Checklist. |
