- Each topic area should cover basic information as provided from the 
  objectives in the [[BSDA_Certification_Requirements]] Document (2005). The book's mission statement
  is defined in the book's [[introduction|Chapter_Introduction]].

- The topics should answer: "*what would I expect a junior admin to
know about this objective and demonstrate usage of these commands?*"

- Each topic should cover basic syntax of common switches or uses.

- Each topic should provide basic examples with input and output.

- Each topic should provide a hands-on activity (lab) or practice exercises.

- Each topic should be generic for all four main BSDs. If applicable 
  and appropriate it can cover some specific OS for some specific areas.
  (The [[technical_reviewers]] can help the [[authors]] with details for other BSDs.)

> Note: if the entire topic is too specific to one BSD, then maybe it is not 
> appropriate for the "[[BSDA_Certification_Requirements]]". This can be 
> discussed as needed.

- The [[style_guide]] defines limits for length for topic areas and also for entire 
  generated book.

- Anyone can re-use the content for any purpose as allowed with the BSD [[license]].
