Mac for Linux Geeks

• Main Author: Steidler-Dennison, Tony (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Berkeley, CA : Apress, 2009.
• Subjects: Computer science.; Computer Science.; Computer Science, general.

Some might say we all want Linux with an OS X graphical user interface. Mac for Linux Geeks will assist you step by step in migrating from Linux–based systems to OS X. Dual booting, virtualization, and building out the Linux environment on OS X are discussed in detail, along with a comparative view...

Table of Contents:

• The Backstory
• The Comparison: Linux vs. Mac OS X
• Dual-Booting and Virtualization
• Building Out the Linux Environment
• Using the Many Apple and Linux Tools
• Routine Mac OS X System Administration
• Backup, Security, and Automation
• Mac OS X and Code
• Hybridizing Your System.