Operating Systems in Computers & Nonfiction eBooks

In the Beginning...Was the Command Line

by Neal Stephenson ...

This is "the Word" -- one man's word, certainly -- about the art (and artifice) of the state of our computer-centric existence. And considering that the "one man" is Neal Stephenson, "the hacker Hemingway" (Newsweek) -- acclaimed novelist, pragmatist, seer, nerd-friendly philosopher, and nationally bestselling author of groundbreaking literary works (Snow Crash, Cryptonomicon, etc., etc.) -- the ... Read more

$8.99 USD

This is "the Word" -- one man's word, certainly -- about the art (and artifice) of the state of our computer-centric existence. And considering that the "one man" is Neal Stephenson, "the hacker Hemingway" (Newsweek) -- acclaimed novelist, pragmatist, seer, nerd-friendly philosopher, and nationally bestselling author of groundbreaking literary works (Snow Crash, Cryptonomicon, etc., etc.) -- the
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CompTIA Cloud+ Certification Study Guide, Second Edition (Exam CV0-002)

by Scott Wilson, Eric A. Vanderburg ...

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The best fully integrated study system availableSave 10% on any CompTIA exam voucher! Coupon code insideWith hundreds of practice exam questions, CompTIA Cloud+® Certification Study Guide, Second Edition covers ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The best fully integrated study system availableSave 10% on any CompTIA exam voucher! Coupon code insideWith hundreds of practice exam questions, CompTIA Cloud+® Certification Study Guide, Second Edition covers
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Terraform in Depth

Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and OpenTofu

by Robert Hafner ...

An in-depth guide to everything Terraform, complete with newly established best practices and experienced insights into Infrastructure as Code.Terraform and its open-source fork OpenTofu’s “Infrastructure as Code (IaC)” approach has redefined the way you manage your infrastructure. Its premise is simple-yet-awesome: provision, update, scale, and replicate your infrastructure with the same ease as ... Read more

$58.99 USD

An in-depth guide to everything Terraform, complete with newly established best practices and experienced insights into Infrastructure as Code.Terraform and its open-source fork OpenTofu’s “Infrastructure as Code (IaC)” approach has redefined the way you manage your infrastructure. Its premise is simple-yet-awesome: provision, update, scale, and replicate your infrastructure with the same ease as
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Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Yosemite Edition

by David Pogue ...

What makes Windows refugees decide to get a Mac? Enthusiastic friends? The Apple Stores? Great-looking laptops? A "halo effect" from the popularity of iPhones and iPads? The absence of viruses and spyware? The freedom to run Windows on a Mac? In any case, there’s never been a better time to switch to OS X—and there’s never been a better, more authoritative book to help you do it.The important ... Read more

$18.99 USD

What makes Windows refugees decide to get a Mac? Enthusiastic friends? The Apple Stores? Great-looking laptops? A "halo effect" from the popularity of iPhones and iPads? The absence of viruses and spyware? The freedom to run Windows on a Mac? In any case, there’s never been a better time to switch to OS X—and there’s never been a better, more authoritative book to help you do it.The important
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Linux Kernel Programming

A comprehensive and practical guide to kernel internals, writing modules, and kernel synchronization

by Kaiwan N. Billimoria ...

Gain a solid practical understanding and sufficient theoretical insight into Linux kernel internals while learning to write high-quality kernel module code and understanding the complexities of kernel synchronization Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesDiscover how to write Linux kernel and module code for real-world products on the 6.1 LTS ... Read more

$35.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Gain a solid practical understanding and sufficient theoretical insight into Linux kernel internals while learning to write high-quality kernel module code and understanding the complexities of kernel synchronization Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesDiscover how to write Linux kernel and module code for real-world products on the 6.1 LTS
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Xen Virtualization Essentials

by Neil Smyth ...

The objective of this ebook is to provide the reader with an understanding of the basic approaches to virtualization together with detailed information on deploying virtualization using Xen technology. Whilst many books tend to focus on the theory of virtualization this ebook emphasizes the practical aspects of working with Xen including detailed step by step tutorials designed to show exactly how ... Read more

$12.99 USD

The objective of this ebook is to provide the reader with an understanding of the basic approaches to virtualization together with detailed information on deploying virtualization using Xen technology. Whilst many books tend to focus on the theory of virtualization this ebook emphasizes the practical aspects of working with Xen including detailed step by step tutorials designed to show exactly how
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Windows Server 2019 & PowerShell All-in-One For Dummies

by Sara Perrott ...

Your one-stop reference for Windows Server 2019 and PowerShell know-howWindows Server 2019 & PowerShell All-in-One For Dummies offers a single reference to help you build and expand your knowledge of all things Windows Server, including the all-important PowerShell framework. Written by an information security pro and professor who trains aspiring system administrators, this book covers the broad ... Read more

$24.00 USD

Your one-stop reference for Windows Server 2019 and PowerShell know-howWindows Server 2019 & PowerShell All-in-One For Dummies offers a single reference to help you build and expand your knowledge of all things Windows Server, including the all-important PowerShell framework. Written by an information security pro and professor who trains aspiring system administrators, this book covers the broad
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Autotools, 2nd Edition

A Practitioner's Guide to GNU Autoconf, Automake, and Libtool

by John Calcote ...

The long awaited update to the practitioner's guide to GNU Autoconf, Automake, and LibtoolThe GNU Autotools make it easy for developers to create software that is portable across many Unix-like operating systems, and even Windows. Although the Autotools are used by thousands of open source software packages, they have a notoriously steep learning curve.Autotools is the first book to offer ... Read more

$26.99 USD

The long awaited update to the practitioner's guide to GNU Autoconf, Automake, and LibtoolThe GNU Autotools make it easy for developers to create software that is portable across many Unix-like operating systems, and even Windows. Although the Autotools are used by thousands of open source software packages, they have a notoriously steep learning curve.Autotools is the first book to offer
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Getting Started with Raspberry Pi Zero

Get started with the smallest, cheapest, and highest-utility Pi everâ€”Raspberry Pi Zero

by Richard Grimmett ...

Get started with the smallest, cheapest, and highest-utility Pi ever—Raspberry Pi ZeroKey Features\[\*\] Get started with Raspberry Pi Zero and put all of its exciting features to use\[\*\] Create fun games and programs with little or no programming experience\[\*\] Learn to use this super-tiny PC to control hardware and software for work, play, and everything elseBook DescriptionRaspberry Pi Zero ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get started with the smallest, cheapest, and highest-utility Pi ever—Raspberry Pi ZeroKey Features\[\*\] Get started with Raspberry Pi Zero and put all of its exciting features to use\[\*\] Create fun games and programs with little or no programming experience\[\*\] Learn to use this super-tiny PC to control hardware and software for work, play, and everything elseBook DescriptionRaspberry Pi Zero
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Mastering Microsoft Entra ID

Design, implement, secure, and govern modern identity solutions across hybrid enterprises

by Pramiti Bhatnagar ...

Gain the expertise to deploy, secure, and optimize Microsoft Entra ID while strengthening identity governance, protecting human and machine identities from modern threats, and enabling secure access to internet-based and private resourcesKey FeaturesImplement identity governance, PIM, lifecycle workflows, and Zero Trust accessSecure external, workload, and decentralized identities across hybrid ... Read more

$39.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Gain the expertise to deploy, secure, and optimize Microsoft Entra ID while strengthening identity governance, protecting human and machine identities from modern threats, and enabling secure access to internet-based and private resourcesKey FeaturesImplement identity governance, PIM, lifecycle workflows, and Zero Trust accessSecure external, workload, and decentralized identities across hybrid
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UNIX For Dummies

by John R. Levine, Margaret Levine Young ...

Manage files, set up networks, and go online with UNIX!UNIX For Dummies has been the standard for beginning UNIX references for nearly ten years, and this latest edition continues that tradition of success. This unparalled resource is updated to cover the latest applications of UNIX technology, including Linux and Mac desktops as well as how UNIX works with Microsoft server softwareThorough ... Read more

$18.00 USD

Manage files, set up networks, and go online with UNIX!UNIX For Dummies has been the standard for beginning UNIX references for nearly ten years, and this latest edition continues that tradition of success. This unparalled resource is updated to cover the latest applications of UNIX technology, including Linux and Mac desktops as well as how UNIX works with Microsoft server softwareThorough
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AppleScript: The Missing Manual

The Missing Manual

by Adam Goldstein ...

From newspapers to NASA, Mac users around the world use AppleScript to automate their daily computing routines. Famed for its similarity to English and its ease of integration with other programs, AppleScript is the perfect programming language for time-squeezed Mac fans. As beginners quickly realize, however, AppleScript has one major shortcoming: it comes without a manual.No more. You don't need ... Read more

$17.99 USD

From newspapers to NASA, Mac users around the world use AppleScript to automate their daily computing routines. Famed for its similarity to English and its ease of integration with other programs, AppleScript is the perfect programming language for time-squeezed Mac fans. As beginners quickly realize, however, AppleScript has one major shortcoming: it comes without a manual.No more. You don't need
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Modern C

by Jens Gustedt ...

SummaryModern C focuses on the new and unique features of modern C programming. The book is based on the latest C standards and offers an up-to-date perspective on this tried-and-true language.About the technologyC is extraordinarily modern for a 50-year-old programming language. Whether you’re writing embedded code, low-level system routines, or high-performance applications, C is up to the ... Read more

$43.99 USD

SummaryModern C focuses on the new and unique features of modern C programming. The book is based on the latest C standards and offers an up-to-date perspective on this tried-and-true language.About the technologyC is extraordinarily modern for a 50-year-old programming language. Whether you’re writing embedded code, low-level system routines, or high-performance applications, C is up to the
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Mastering Windows 11: A Comprehensive Guide to Over 150 Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts

by Delaney ...

Are you tired of:Slow, repetitive mouse clicks?Digging through endless menus?Feeling like you're not getting the most out of Windows 11?Wasting precious time on simple tasks?It's a fast-paced world! Efficiency is key. Every second counts, and struggling with your computer's interface can be incredibly frustrating.Imagine being able to:... ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you tired of:Slow, repetitive mouse clicks?Digging through endless menus?Feeling like you're not getting the most out of Windows 11?Wasting precious time on simple tasks?It's a fast-paced world! Efficiency is key. Every second counts, and struggling with your computer's interface can be incredibly frustrating.Imagine being able to:...
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PCQUEST- April, 2025

PCQ monthly

by Cyber Media (India) Ltd. ...

Series series PCQ monthly
PCQuest is one of India's oldest and most respected technology magazines, published by CyberMedia since 1982. It serves as a comprehensive resource for IT professionals, tech enthusiasts, and decision-makers in businesses and government sectors who are seeking reliable, in-depth insights into the fast-evolving world of information technology. The magazine primarily focuses on emerging technologies ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

PCQuest is one of India's oldest and most respected technology magazines, published by CyberMedia since 1982. It serves as a comprehensive resource for IT professionals, tech enthusiasts, and decision-makers in businesses and government sectors who are seeking reliable, in-depth insights into the fast-evolving world of information technology. The magazine primarily focuses on emerging technologies
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Coding For Kids Scratch

The Guide for Beginners to Learn Coding Skills, Create your Games in Few Days and Master Scratch

by MEGANE NOEL ...

What about a computer programming language designed specifically for kids to help them jumpstart their coding careers while having fun?Is your child fond of sitting in front of the computer?THIS IS HOW TO MAKE COMPUTER PROGRAMMING INTERESTING AND FUN!I believe you are already enthralled, so please continue reading...There are a lot of parents who are unsure about which career path th... ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

What about a computer programming language designed specifically for kids to help them jumpstart their coding careers while having fun?Is your child fond of sitting in front of the computer?THIS IS HOW TO MAKE COMPUTER PROGRAMMING INTERESTING AND FUN!I believe you are already enthralled, so please continue reading...There are a lot of parents who are unsure about which career path th...
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Intellectual Property and Open Source

A Practical Guide to Protecting Code

by Van Lindberg ...

"Clear, correct, and deep, this is a welcome addition to discussions of law and computing for anyone -- even lawyers!"-- Lawrence Lessig, Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and founder of the Stanford Center for Internet and SocietyIf you work in information technology, intellectual property is central to your job -- but dealing with the complexities of the legal system can be mind-boggling. ... Read more

$20.99 USD

"Clear, correct, and deep, this is a welcome addition to discussions of law and computing for anyone -- even lawyers!"-- Lawrence Lessig, Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and founder of the Stanford Center for Internet and SocietyIf you work in information technology, intellectual property is central to your job -- but dealing with the complexities of the legal system can be mind-boggling.
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Windows Registry Troubleshooting

by Andrew Bettany, Mike Halsey ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Whatever version of Windows you’re using--from Vista up to Windows 8.1--the registry is at the heart of your desktop experience. Software installs and compatibility, hardware operation and more are managed by a complex database of codes and numbers. When something goes wrong it can seem impossible to diagnose and repair the problem, and harder still to prevent a recurrence or make the subtle ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Whatever version of Windows you’re using--from Vista up to Windows 8.1--the registry is at the heart of your desktop experience. Software installs and compatibility, hardware operation and more are managed by a complex database of codes and numbers. When something goes wrong it can seem impossible to diagnose and repair the problem, and harder still to prevent a recurrence or make the subtle
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The Cathedral & the Bazaar

Musings on Linux and Open Source by an Accidental Revolutionary

by Eric S. Raymond ...

Open source provides the competitive advantage in the Internet Age. According to the August Forrester Report, 56 percent of IT managers interviewed at Global 2,500 companies are already using some type of open source software in their infrastructure and another 6 percent will install it in the next two years. This revolutionary model for collaborative software development is being embraced and ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Open source provides the competitive advantage in the Internet Age. According to the August Forrester Report, 56 percent of IT managers interviewed at Global 2,500 companies are already using some type of open source software in their infrastructure and another 6 percent will install it in the next two years. This revolutionary model for collaborative software development is being embraced and
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Cocoa

by Richard Wentk ...

Series Book 26 - Developer Reference
Develop applications for Mac OS X with this Developer Reference guideMake a clean transition to programming in Apple environments using the elegant and dynamic programming API Cocoa and this practical guide. Written by aseasoned Mac expert, this book shows you how to write programs in Cocoa for the rapidly expanding world of Macintosh users.Part of the Developer Reference series, this book ... Read more

$32.99 USD

Develop applications for Mac OS X with this Developer Reference guideMake a clean transition to programming in Apple environments using the elegant and dynamic programming API Cocoa and this practical guide. Written by aseasoned Mac expert, this book shows you how to write programs in Cocoa for the rapidly expanding world of Macintosh users.Part of the Developer Reference series, this book
... Read more
Getting Started with Apple Watch SE

A Beginners Guide to Apple Watch SE and WatchOS 7

by Scott La Counte ...

★★★ Get started with the latest Apple Watch ★★★Apple threw a curveball when it announced the latest watches. For the first time ever, it included an "SE" model that was more affordably priced.You'd expect the Apple Watch SE to be a cheaper device that lacks all the key features of an Apple Watch, but that's surprisingly not true. The SE is actually nearly identical to the Apple Watch Series 6. It ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

★★★ Get started with the latest Apple Watch ★★★Apple threw a curveball when it announced the latest watches. For the first time ever, it included an "SE" model that was more affordably priced.You'd expect the Apple Watch SE to be a cheaper device that lacks all the key features of an Apple Watch, but that's surprisingly not true. The SE is actually nearly identical to the Apple Watch Series 6. It
... Read more
The Linux Command Line, 3rd Edition

A Complete Introduction

by William Shotts ...

Banish Your Mouse.The Linux Command Line isn’t just a reference manual. It’s a complete education on how Linux really works. From your first tentative keystrokes to writing powerful shell scripts, you’ll build the confidence and understanding to make your system work for you.Now in its third edition, this best-selling guide has been fully updated with modern examples, nearly 40 pages of new ... Read more

$34.99 USD

Banish Your Mouse.The Linux Command Line isn’t just a reference manual. It’s a complete education on how Linux really works. From your first tentative keystrokes to writing powerful shell scripts, you’ll build the confidence and understanding to make your system work for you.Now in its third edition, this best-selling guide has been fully updated with modern examples, nearly 40 pages of new
... Read more
101 Essential Android Tips & Tricks

by Imagine Publishing ...

As Android continues to develop, it can be a challenge to keep up with its new releases and impressive features. Revolutionary developments mean its often difficult to know where to start. The 101 Essential Android Tips & Tricks book is here to make your life a little easier, by selecting the very best hints to extend the functionality of your smartphone. Featuring apps from the Play Store, this ... Read more

$1.99 USD

As Android continues to develop, it can be a challenge to keep up with its new releases and impressive features. Revolutionary developments mean its often difficult to know where to start. The 101 Essential Android Tips & Tricks book is here to make your life a little easier, by selecting the very best hints to extend the functionality of your smartphone. Featuring apps from the Play Store, this
... Read more
The Linux Command Line Beginner's Guide

by Jonathan Moeller ...

The Linux Command Line Beginner's Guide gives users new to Linux an introduction to the command line environment.In the Guide, you'll learn how to:-Copy, move, and delete files and directories.-Create, delete, and manage users.-Create, delete, and manage groups.-Use virtual terminals.-Use the bash shell.-Safely use the root account with su and sudo.-Change permissions and ownership of files and ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Linux Command Line Beginner's Guide gives users new to Linux an introduction to the command line environment.In the Guide, you'll learn how to:-Copy, move, and delete files and directories.-Create, delete, and manage users.-Create, delete, and manage groups.-Use virtual terminals.-Use the bash shell.-Safely use the root account with su and sudo.-Change permissions and ownership of files and
... Read more

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