Linux Mint 22: Desktops and Administration

      Linux mint 22 (Wilma) is based on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTR (Long Term Release). This book covers the Linux Mint 22 release, focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Linux Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Linux Mint desktops (Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 22 introduces several new features, as well as numerous smaller modifications. It is based on the Ubuntu 24.04 long-term support release. The Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce desktops are examined in detail. Advanced components are also examined such as Samba server configuration, systemd service management, and Linux Mint software management applications.
      Part 1 focuses on getting started, covering Linux Mint information and resources, using the Linux Mint Live DVD/USB, installing and setting up Linux Mint, upgrading Linux Mint, basic use of the desktops (Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce), and connecting to wired and wireless networks. Repositories and their use are covered in detail. Software Manager, Synaptic Package manager, and the apt command are discussed. The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed.
      Part 2 covers the Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce desktops (KDE is no longer supported by Linux Mint, though you can install the Ubuntu version, Kubuntu). The Cinnamon desktop has the Cinnamon menu with a favorites sidebar similar to the Ubuntu dock. The MATE desktop is derived from the GNOME 2 desktop, but with a more advanced applications menu. The Xfce desktop is a streamlined version of Linux Mint, with extensive configuration options to setup the desktop as you want.
      Part 3 deals with administration topics, first discussing system tools like the GNOME system monitor, the Disk Usage Analyzer, Disk Utility, and Seahorse key management. A detailed chapter on Linux Mint system administration tools is presented, covering tasks such as managing users and file systems, Bluetooth setup, network folder and file sharing, an printer administration discussed. The network connections chapter covers network tasks, including manual configuration of wired and wireless connections, and firewalls. Shell configuration using shell script files are discussed. The systemd management of services and the Samba Windows server are examined in detail.

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Amazon

  ISBN-13: 978-1-949857-47-4

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ISBN-13: 978-1-949857-48-1

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Kindle

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-45-0

Apple Epub3

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-49-8

Ebook Epub2 (Google)

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-46-7

     Linux Mint 21: Desktops and Administration


Linux mint 21 (Vanessa) is based on the Ubuntu 22.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, Warpinator, Timeshift, NetworkManager, the Samba server, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xed, Xviewer, and Timeshift. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup (Blueman), printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls, and service management using systemd are covered. Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file server.

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Amazon

  ISBN-13: 978-1-949857-28-3

Ingram

ISBN-13: 978-1-949857-31-3

Ebook Editions

Kindle

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-29-0

Apple Epub3

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-30-6

Ebook Epub2 (Google and Kobo)

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-32-0

Pages: 632
  Illustrations: 450
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2022

  Print Verstion: Retail Price: 45.00,

  Ebook Version: Retail Price 26.00

     Linux Mint 20-2: Desktops and Administration


Linux mint 20.2 (Uma) is based on the Ubuntu 20.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, Warpinator, Timeshift, NetworkManager, the Samba server, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls, and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file server. Be advised that there are few changes between Linux Mint 20.2 and Linux Mint 20.

Paperback Edition

  ISBN-13:   978-1-949857-21-4

Ebook Epub2 Edition

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-22-1

Apple Ebook Edition

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-23-8

  Pages: 630
  Illustrations: 430
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2021

  Print Verstion: Retail Price: 45.00,

  Ebook Version: Retail Price 26.00

     Linux Mint 20: Desktops and Administration

Linux Mint 20 (Ulyana) is based on the Ubuntu 20.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, Warpinator, Timeshift, NetworkManager, the Samba server, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls, and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file server.

Paperback Edition

 ISBN:1-949857-14-X
  ISBN-13:   978-1-949857-14-6

Ebook Epub2 Edition

  ISBN-13   978-1-949857-15-3

  Pages: 610
  Illustrations: 430
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2020

  Print Verstion: Retail Price: 45.00,

  Ebook Version: Retail Price 26.00

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     Linux Mint 19.2: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 19.2 release (Tina), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, and Xfce), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 19.2 is based on the Ubuntu 18.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls, and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file server.

  ISBN:1-949857-00-X
  ISBN-13: 978-1-949857-00-9

Amazon Editon

  ISBN-13: 9781089572763

  Pages: 560
  Illustrations: 371
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2017

Print Verstion: Retail Price: 45.00,

  Paperback              
                       

     Linux Mint 19: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 19 release (Tara), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, and Xfce), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 19 is based on the Ubuntu 18.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon and Mate desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The Linux Mint X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls (the Gufw and FirewallD), and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file and printing server.

  ISBN:1723247499
  ISBN-13: 978-1723247491

  Pages: 553
  Illustrations: 523
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2018

Print Verstion: Retail Price: 42.00,

Epub3 Version: 18.00

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     Linux Mint 18.2: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 18.2 release (Sonya), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, KDE, and Xfce), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 18.2 is based on the Ubuntu 16.04 LTR (Long Term Release). The Cinnamon, Mate, and Linux Mint KDE desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the LightDM Display Manager, PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The new X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing. In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls (the Gufw and FirewallD), and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file and printing server.
 This ebook version is epub3 and edupub (EPUB for Education) compliant with pagelist,  sections, and tocs.

  ISBN: 1-936280-92-2
  ISBN-13: 978-1-936280-92-6

  Pages: 590
  Illustrations: 523
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2017

Print Verstion: Retail Price: 44.00,

Epub3 Version: 24.00

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     Linux Mint 18: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 18 release (Sarah), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, and KDE), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 18 is based on the Ubuntu 16.04 long-term support release. The Cinnamon, Mate, and Linux Mint KDE desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the Mint display Manager (MDM), PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). The new X-Apps are also reviewed, including Xplayer, Xed, and Xviewer. Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing.  In addition, configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls (the Gufw and FirewallD), and service management using systemd are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file and printing server.

  ISBN: 1-936280-85-X
  ISBN-13: 978-1-936280-85-8

  Pages: 592
  Illustrations: 600
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2016

Out of Print

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     Linux Mint 17.2: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 17.2 release (Rafaela), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, and KDE), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 17.2 is based on the Ubuntu 14.04 long-term support release. The Cinnamon, Mate, and Linux Mint KDE desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the Mint display Manager (MDM), PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing.  In addition configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls (the Gufw and FirewallD), and service management (Upstart) are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file and printing server.

  ISBN: 1-936280-73-6
  ISBN-13: 978-1-936280-73-5

  Pages: 570
  Illustrations: 580
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

 Out of Print

     Linux Mint 17: Desktops and Administration

This book covers the Linux Mint 17 release (Qiana), focusing on desktops and administrative tools. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Mint, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the Mint desktops (Cinnamon, Mate, and KDE), shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Linux Mint 17 is based on the Ubuntu 14.04 long-term support release. The Cinnamon, Mate, and Linux Mint KDE desktops are examined in detail. Cinnamon and Mate have custom Mint menus to manage access to applications and devices. Advanced components are also examined such as the Mint display Manager (MDM), PulseAudio sound configuration, and Mint software management applications (Software Manager and Update Manager). Administration topics include system tools, managing users, file systems, Bluetooth setup, printer configuration, and network folder and file sharing.  In addition configuration of wired and wireless connections, firewalls (the Gufw and FirewallD), and service management (Upstart) are covered.  Shared resources are also examined, including the CUPS printing server, the NFS Linux network file server, and Samba Windows file and printing server.

  ISBN: 1-936280-95-7
  ISBN-13: 978-1-936280-95-7

  Pages: 560
  Illustrations: 580
  Size: 9.25 x 7.5 x 1 inches
  Language: English

  Copyright 2014

Out of Print