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Linux for System Administrators

By : Viorel Rudareanu, Daniil Baturin
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Linux for System Administrators

By: Viorel Rudareanu, Daniil Baturin

Overview of this book

Linux system administration is an essential aspect of maintaining and managing Linux servers within an organization. The role of a Linux system administrator is pivotal in ensuring the smooth functioning and security of these servers, making it a critical job function for any company that relies on Linux infrastructure. This book is a comprehensive guide designed to help you build a solid foundation in Linux system administration. It takes you from the fundamentals of Linux to more advanced topics, encompassing key areas such as Linux system installation, managing user accounts and filesystems, networking fundamentals, and Linux security techniques. Additionally, the book delves into the automation of applications and infrastructure using Chef, enabling you to streamline and optimize your operations. For both newcomers getting started with Linux and professionals looking to enhance their skills, this book is an invaluable hands-on guide with a structured approach and concise explanations that make it an effective resource for quickly acquiring and reinforcing Linux system administration skills. With the help of this Linux book, you’ll be able to navigate the world of Linux administration confidently to meet the demands of your role.
Table of Contents (21 chapters)
1
Part 1: Linux Basics
7
Part 2: Configuring and Modifying Linux Systems
13
Part 3: Linux as a Part of a Larger System

The dhclient configuration file

The dhclient configuration file in Linux is located at /etc/dhcp/dhclient.conf. This file is used by the dhclient program to configure the DHCP client settings on a Linux system.

The dhclient.conf file contains various configuration options that control how the DHCP client interacts with the DHCP server. Some of the common configuration options that can be set in the dhclient.conf file are as follows:

  • Timeout values: The dhclient.conf file allows you to set the timeout values for various DHCP requests. You can set the timeout values for DHCPDISCOVER, DHCPREQUEST, and DHCPACK messages.
  • Lease time: You can set the length of time that the DHCP client can use an assigned IP address.
  • DNS servers: The dhclient.conf file allows you to specify the DNS servers that the DHCP client should use.
  • Hostname: You can set the hostname that the DHCP client should use when requesting an IP address.
  • Client identifier: You can specify the client...