Window System: A User's Guide

Computers & Technology

Mansfield, Niall

Operating Systems

Addison-Wesley

Completely revised, this new edition covers all of the changes in the latest release X11.5 of the X Windows System. It provides a simple tutorial introduction to X, and describes the facilities provided, how to use them, and customize them.

The X Window System: A User's Guide

<p>ARE YOU *A system manager who needs to understand X architecture tools and techniques? *An IT director or manager deciding whether your organization should go the X route? *A programmer who wants an overview of X before exploring the system in detail? *Involved in technical support and looking for an understanding of how X works? *Confused by the GUI wars between OPEN LOOK and Motif? *Involved in sales or marketing and need to understand your customers? THEN THE JOY OF X IS FOR YOU It provides an introduction to the X Window System, the de facto standard windowing system for workstations, minicomputers, mainframes and supercomputers running UNIX, MS and other operating systems. THE JOY OF X pulls together material from a wide range of sources to provide a complete picture of the system so that you can understand the important features and issues.F EATURES INCLUDE: *Topic coverage divided into three sections: X in a nutshell - a quick managers' overview How X works, in detail, and how the user sees it Using the system, system administration, performance and programming *Written in a clear, uncomplicated style, and containing over 200 illustrations for maximum accessibility *A flexibile, modular structure that makes it easy to skip to the sections that interest you and avoid technical details that don't</p>

The Joy of X: An Overview of the X Window System

<p>Unique features include: a focus on how to diagnose problems and how to fix them; illustrations on every page, five chapters on how Windows operates on a TCP/IP network, and Web response codes. An invaluable reference for everyday use. Softcover.</p>

Practical Tcp/Ip: Designing, Using and Troubleshooting Tcp/Ip Networks on Linux and Windows

Certification

Explaining the principles of networking and TCP/IP protocols, this hands-on reference based on years of practical experience shows how to use the principles discussed. Covering both Linux and Windows, this practical guide is applicable to almost any network and has a modular approach that facilitates in-depth and easy learning. The many detailed appendices make this long-term reference book beneficial to both beginners and experienced TCP/IP practitioners.

UIT Cambridge Ltd.

Aimed at those new to the system seeking an overall understanding first, and written in a clear, uncomplicated style, this reprint of the much-cited 1993 classic describes the standard windowing system for Linux, UNIX, and other operating systems. Widely recommended as a course text, this thorough representation of the entire X window system allows complete understanding of the relation between its various components, and how they interact with applications. Although this is a technical book, it does not assume advanced programming or system-administrative experience—great for those laying a foundation for later work. This is an ideal guide for system and network managers, programmers, and technical-end users.

The Joy of X: The Architecture of the X Window System

In-depth explanations of networking and TCP/IP protocols simplify the process of learning to build, maintain, and troubleshoot networks in this hands-on technology guide. Covering both Linux and Windows, this book is applicable to almost any network, and includes visual information in the form of diagrams and screenshots, making ideas easier to understand. A reprint of the 2003 edition, this thorough reference also explains how to easily build small test networks to practice on and includes troubleshooting information throughout to help users solve complex problems with a deep understanding of the concepts. A focus on what users will need to know in their day-to-day work keeps the range of topics narrow while many detailed appendices provide extra insight into broader issues.

Practical TCP/IP: Designing, Using & Troubleshooting TCP/IP Networks on Linux and Windows

Networking & Cloud Computing

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Window System: A User's Guide

The X Window System: A User's Guide

The Joy of X: An Overview of the X Window System

Practical Tcp/Ip: Designing, Using and Troubleshooting Tcp/Ip Networks on Linux and Windows

Practical Tcp/Ip: Designing, Using and Troubleshooting Tcp/Ip Networks on Linux and Windows

The Joy of X: The Architecture of the X Window System

Practical TCP/IP: Designing, Using & Troubleshooting TCP/IP Networks on Linux and Windows