Solaris 9 administration

the long version

Essential Skills—Made Easy!Learn to set up, run, and support Solaris 9 across your network using this hands-on introductory guide. Beginning with an overview of this powerful operating system, this practical resource will show you how to install the SPARC version of Solaris 9 and manage Internet and intranet services, and will help you become familiar with the new features of Solaris 9—including role-based access control, Kerberos 5, and the LDAP directory service. You’ll also learn how to integrate Windows NT/2000 or Linux with the Solaris platform. Filled with step-by-step exercises, self-assessment sections, and tips from a leading Solaris expert—this is a premier learning tool for every administrator new to Solaris.Modules—Each concept is divided into logically organized modules (chapters), ideal for self-paced learning Critical Skills—Each module opens with the specific skills covered in the module Ask-the-Experts—Q&A sections throughout are filled with bonus information and helpful tips 1-Minute Drills—Quick self-assessment sections check your progress Mastery Checks—End-of-module reviews test knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions Projects—Practical exercises show how to apply the critical skills learned in each module Blueprints—Key networking configurations are illustrated in detail