Overview
Discusses the details of Linux including its history, realtives, capabilities, current supports, and requirements. Focuses on installation, configurations, and administration (both novice and advanced). Provides crucial information necessary to pass the exam such as X windows, networking, and system security. Details cross-platform technical aspects such as CPU selection, IDE vs. SCSI hardware, and basic PCMCIA setup. Includes exclusive tear-out sheet with tips, acronyms, and memory joggers (mnemonics) to improve recall immediately before the exam.The RHCE Exam Cram will be one of the first self-study materials ever published on Linux certification. Contains all of the Red Hat curriculum objectives upon which the RHCE exam is based. RedHat has taken a test approach similar to Cisco for CCIE—a hands on lab simulation exam that is designed to be tough to pass. The Linux install base has more than doubled every year. Large companies including Adaptec, Corel, and IBM have announced partnerships with Linux International, and Compac recently announced that that it will ship and support Red Hat on Compaq servers, requiring skilled technicians to install, troubleshoot and maintain. Provides a summarized resource for the Linux novice or the Unix expert without having to read extensive documentation, giving the reader that ability to pass the exam most efficiently.