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Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible

By Richard Blum
Series: Bible
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The latest update to the gold standard in Linux shell scripting guides In the newly revised fifth edition of Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible, experienced system and network administrator Richard Blum delivers an up-to-date and authoritative discussion of the fundamentals of shell scripting in... Read More
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The latest update to the gold standard in Linux shell scripting guides

In the newly revised fifth edition of Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible, experienced system and network administrator Richard Blum delivers an up-to-date and authoritative discussion of the fundamentals of shell scripting in Linux. The book also covers advanced topics, working examples, and real-world applications that equip you to administer Linux systems.

The book includes usable scripts and brand-new coverage for DevOps engineers interested in deploying applications on a variety of Linux distributions and cloud platforms while minimising compatibility issues. You'll also find:

  • Concrete strategies and practical tips to help you understand the Linux Shell and write basic script utilities.
  • Step-by-step instructions on how to schedule scripts to run automatically to perform standard Linux administration and DevOps functions for you.
  • Easy-to-follow tutorials of alternative shells, including zsh, tcsh, and the Korn shell.
  • Advanced shell scripting techniques, including functions, sed, gawk, and regular expressions.

Perfect for aspiring and practising Linux system administrators, Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible is also a must-read for anyone who uses Linux at home or at work.

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ISBN: 9781394364947

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 December 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

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Weight: 250g

Pages: 704

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About the Author

Richard Blum has over 30 years’ experience working as a system and network administrator. He is the bestselling author of the fourth edition of the Linux® Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible and Linux All-In-One For Dummies, 7th Edition. He’s an online Linux instructor and teaches Linux command line and shell scripting courses at Coursera, Udemy, and ed2go.com.

Christine Bresnahan is co-author with Richard Blum of previous editions of CompTIA Linux+ Study Guide, Linux Essentials, and the Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible.

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