Practical Server Administration: A Hands-On Guide to Building, Securing, and Managing Servers for IT Students and Professionals (Master Networking The Easy Way Book 4)

Practical Server Administration is Book 3 in the Master Networking Series — a powerful, hands-on guide written specifically for IT students, network trainees, and early-career professionals who want to master real-world server environments.With clear explanations, practical examples, and structured lab exercises, this book walks you through every essential aspect of server administration — from setting up Linux and Windows servers, managing users and permissions, to configuring services like Apache, MySQL, Samba, DNS, DHCP, and secure email systems.You’ll learn how to:Build and configure Linux and Windows-based servers from scratchManage users, secure permissions, and monitor servicesHost websites, secure them with HTTPS, and enable multi-site hostingSet up firewalls, SSH hardening, automatic backups, and system monitoringTroubleshoot common server issues with confidenceApply security best practices for production environmentsReinforce learning with real-world lab exercisesWhether you’re preparing for an IT support role, system administration job, certification exam, or you’re a tech enthusiast ready to deepen your skills, this book gives you the solid foundation and practical experience you need.This is more than a book — it’s a mentorship in server management. Read more