The Linux Philosophy for SysAdmins: And Everyone Who Wants To Be One

Part 1. Introduction

1. Introduction to the Linux Philosophy

2. Getting Ready

Part 2. Foundation

3. Data Streams

4. Transforming Data Streams

5. Everything is a File

6. Using the Linux FHS

Part 3. Function

7. Embrace the CLI

8: Be a Lazy SysAdmin

9. Automate Everything

10.  Always use Shell Scripts

11. Test Early, Test Often

12. Use Common Sense Naming

13. Store Data in Open Formats

14. Use Separate Filesystems for Data

15. Make Programs Portable

16. Use Open Source Software

Part 4. Becoming Zen

17. Strive for Elegance

18. Find the Simplicity

19. Use your Favorite Editor

20. Document Everything

21. Back up Everything - Frequently

22. Follow your Curiosity

23. There is No Should

24. Mentor the Young SysAdmins

25. Support your Favorite Open Source Project

26. Reality Bytes