Resources

• Check out the other parts in the Windows-to-Linux roadmap series
  
  
• The syslog.conf man page contains an excellent description of how to configure logging. To access it, type info syslog.conf.
  
  
• The syslogd man page has a good overall description of how syslogd works, including security issues. Type info syslogd.
  
  
• The IBM developerWorks LPI certification 101 exam prep, Part 2: Basic administration covers shell pipelines, redirection, and text processing commands.
  
  
• Working with system logs is also covered in the IBM developerWorks tutorial "LPI certification 101 exam prep, Part 4: Advanced administration.
  
  
• The IBM developerWorks article "Addressing security issues in Linux" will help you get started with Linux security.
  
  
• You'll find more information on .config files in the IBM developerWorks article "Understanding Linux configuration files".
  
  
• Another great resource for those transitioning from Windows to Linux is the Technical FAQ for Linux users.
  
  
• For getting started with IBM software on Linux, there's no better resource than the Speed-start your Linux app page. You'll find installation tips and links to resources for DB2, Lotus Domino, WebSphere Application Server, WebSphere Studio, and more. You can also sign up to receive a free Linux Software Evaluation Kit, containing trial software and training resources.
  
  
• Find more resources for Linux developers in the developerWorks Linux zone.