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Linux in Easy Steps (Paperback)

by Mike McGrath (Author) "Linux is a computer operating system that can run on a variety of hardware including the popular Intel system found on most desktop computers ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Computer Step; 2nd Revised edition edition (24 Jan 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1840783052
  • ISBN-13: 978-1840783056
  • Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 18.5 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 169,089 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Begun as a small-scale labour of love, Linux has blossomed into the world’s most versatile and flexible operating system. The reasons for its appeal are manifold: This open source OS allows numerous users to simultaneously work with multiple applications without experiencing any traffic problems, thus making it an ideal operating system for web servers. In addition, Linux is an extremely stable operating system that serves as a platform for an ever-growing number of quality applications. And not least, it’s free! You can download it for nothing from the Internet.

With Linux in easy steps, joining the Linux Revolution is as easy as one, two, three. Following its simple instructions, you can learn to install the operating system, configure the hardware, explore the desktop, and launch applications. This fully illustrated primer teaches you to climb the Linux directory tree, navigate with the File Manager, and much more. Its easy-to-understand tutorials guide you through the basics of the Open Office suite; creating and editing graphics; and even playing music and videos. Later chapters initiate you into advanced operations that can transform you into a SuperUser capable of refining the code yourself.

Linux in easy steps opens the door to a whole new world of digital possibilities!

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Whether you want to get to grips with Windows, Photoshop or even the Internet, these easy-to-follow guides are the perfect companion for fast and productive learning.

This successful series is designed to save you time and guaranteed to give you value for money. Written in a jargon-free, easy-to-follow style with helpful graphics, the In Easy Steps books explain everything you need to know to get working on your computer - and more!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended beginner reading, 8 Sep 2006
By Mr. G. D. Scott (London, England) - See all my reviews
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Recommended beginner reading and preperation before venturing into the world of Linux. It's easy read, comprehensive, well presented and illustrated

Offering a great overview and insight into; how to get started, Linux architecture, common applications usage and packed with plenty of cool tips and tricks. It also has the added bonus that it's free of technical jargon, that will make the transition to Linux that much smoother and a less painful experience!

My only negative criticism is that the author primarily focuses on the Suse Linux distribution, but having said what you learn here can easily be applied to other distros.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The best introduction to Linux I have read., 10 Nov 2006
By C. Smith "chris0161" (Manchester, UK.) - See all my reviews
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This book is the best introduction to Linux I have read, and I have read a few. The text is clear and the full colour illustrations look excellent. As others have stated it does focus on the SUSE distro but I would say that anyone looking to get into Linux will enjoy this book. What sets this book apart from other Linux books is it is actually enjoyable to read. Well worth a look.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars not bad, 15 Jan 2007
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This book is perfect if you have no experience with linux but if you've already been using it for a few weeks this may not be the best book for you as it spends almost half the book going over the Graphical User Interface, something that i'd already got the hang of but the later parts of the book were usefull, mainly dealing with the Console and the basic commands/tools that you'll need to start with. Overall, usefull for any beginner but dont expect to be a "guru" at the end of it, as the front cover suggests.
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