Pro Python System Administration Second Edition explains and shows how to apply Python
scripting in practice. It will show you how to approach and resolve real-world issues that most
system administrators will come across in their careers. This book has been updated using
Python 2.7 and Python 3 where appropriate. It also uses various new and relevant open source
projects and tools that should now be used in practice. In this updated edition you will find
several projects in the categories of network administration web server administration and
monitoring and database management. In each project the author will define the problem design
the solution and go through the more interesting implementation steps. Each project is
accompanied by the source code of a fully working prototype which you ll be able to use
immediately or adapt to your requirements and environment. This book is primarily aimed at
experienced system administrators whose day-to-day tasks involve looking after and managing
small-to-medium-sized server estates. It will also be beneficial for system administrators who
want to learn more about automation and want to apply their Python knowledge to solve various
system administration problems. Python developers will also benefit from reading this book
especially if they are involved in developing automation and management tools.
