Linux and the Unix Philosophy

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Unlike so many books that focus on how to use Linux, Linux and the Unix Philosophy explores the “way of thinking that is Linux” and why Linux is a superior implementation of this highly capable operating system.
This book is a revision and expansion of a computer science classic. Every chapter has been thoroughly updated with Linux coverage.
Linux and the Unix Philosophy falls squarely between the “softer” texts on iterative software design and project management and the “how-to” technical texts. Thus far, no one has come out with a book that addresses this topic, either in the Unix space or the Linux space. Linux and the Unix Philosophy covers the same ground as the first edition, while it also presents bold new ideas about Linux and Open Source.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Digital Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 5, 2003
Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1555582737
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1555582739
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.9 x 0.56 x 9.3 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,529,496 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #70 in Computer Operating Systems Theory #119 in Linux Programming #237 in Computer Hardware Design & Architecture
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