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I tried to study a bit from beej.us and I appreciated the style of teaching, but ultimately thought it wasn't for me as it didn't go much into depth and focused more on creating C programs. Is there some source from where I can learn in a comprehensive yet easy to understand manner the fundamentals of computer networking, at least to the extent that is relevant for selfhosting?

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[–] irmadlad@lemmy.world 14 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

If books are more to the OP's liking, some that I've read that I've found useful:

  • Building a Home Cybersecurity Lab
  • Deep Dive into Linux Networking: Configuring Firewalls, VPNs, and Secure Connections
  • The Home Network Manual
  • Home Networking Bible

ETA: One more. This is more of a start to finish kind of course but networking is definetly covered. Takes you from day one with your linux distro and a blank slate, all the way to scripting, all in easily digestible chapters: https://linuxupskillchallenge.org/

[–] bernhoftbret@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Oh my. That Linux Upskill Challenge resource is right up my alley. Thank you for sharing.

[–] irmadlad@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

Happy to share. Came across it in my internet travels and bookmarked it thinking, maybe some could use it.