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advanced Level ~130 hours estimated 6 books

Virtualization & Storage Deep Dive

Master the two pillars of enterprise infrastructure — virtualization and storage. Covers KVM/QEMU hypervisors, LVM/ZFS/Btrfs storage technologies, RAID configurations, and network storage protocols. Essential for data center professionals and private cloud builders.

▸ Books in This List

1
Linux Virtualization with KVM and QEMU

Linux Virtualization with KVM and QEMU

by Dargslan

Hypervisor fundamentals — KVM architecture, VM creation, virtio drivers, snapshots, and migration.

2
Linux Virtualization Stack: QEMU, KVM, libvirt, and virt-manager

Linux Virtualization Stack: QEMU, KVM, libvirt, and virt-manager

by Dargslan

Complete stack — libvirt, virt-manager, virsh CLI, virtual networking, storage pools, and cloud-init.

3
LVM & ZFS: Linux Storage Management

LVM & ZFS: Linux Storage Management

by Miles Everhart

Storage management — LVM volumes, ZFS pools, snapshots, thin provisioning, and data integrity.

4
Btrfs Filesystem Guide

Btrfs Filesystem Guide

by Miles Everhart

Next-gen filesystem — subvolumes, compression, checksums, RAID modes, and send/receive backups.

5
Linux Disk Management & RAID Configuration

Linux Disk Management & RAID Configuration

by Bas van den Berg

Foundation — partitioning, filesystems, mdadm RAID, performance testing, and capacity planning.

6
NFS & iSCSI: Linux Network Storage

NFS & iSCSI: Linux Network Storage

by Bas van den Berg

Network storage — NFS configuration, iSCSI targets/initiators, multipathing, and architecture design.

About This Reading List

This curated reading list contains 6 carefully selected books at the advanced level with an estimated reading time of 130 hours . Follow the recommended order for the best learning experience.

▸ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "Virtualization & Storage Deep Dive" reading list?
It is a curated collection of 6 eBooks carefully selected and ordered to help you master the topic step by step. The list is designed for advanced-level learners.
How many books are in this reading list?
This reading list contains 6 books, arranged in a recommended reading order for the best learning experience.
What skill level is this reading list for?
This reading list is designed for advanced-level learners. This list assumes solid foundational knowledge and prior experience with the subject.
How long will it take to complete this reading list?
The estimated reading time is approximately 130 hours. This is an estimate based on average reading speed — your actual time may vary depending on your pace and how deeply you study each book.
Which book should I start with?
We recommend starting with "Linux Virtualization with KVM and QEMU", which is the first book in the list. The books are arranged in an order that builds knowledge progressively.
Do I need to read the books in order?
While you can read the books in any order, we recommend following the suggested sequence. The list is structured so each book builds on concepts from the previous ones, providing the most effective learning path.
Can I buy the books individually?
Yes, each book in this reading list can be purchased individually. Click "View Book" on any title to see full details, reviews, and purchase options.