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Working at the Ubuntu Command-Line Prompt (Linux Nitty Gritty) [Kindle Edition]

Keir Thomas
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Keir Thomas is the world's most popular author writing about Ubuntu. His books have been read by over 1,000,000 people and are #1 best-sellers. His book Beginning Ubuntu Linux recently entered its sixth edition, and picked-up a Linux Journal award along the way. Thomas is also the author of Ubuntu Kung Fu.

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Get to grips with the Ubuntu command-line with this #1 best-selling and concise guide.

"Best buck I've spent yet" — Amazon review.

* Readable, accessible and easy to understand;

* Learn essential Ubuntu vocational skills, or read just for fun;

* Covers Ubuntu commands, syntax, the filesystem, plus advanced techniques;

* For ANY version of Linux based on Debian, such as Linux Mint--not just Ubuntu!;

* Includes BONUS introduction to Ubuntu chapter, plus a glossary appendix and a guide to reading Linux/Unix documentation.

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 177 KB
  • Print Length: 65 pages
  • Publisher: MacFreda (12 Mar 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B004RYVI0Q
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #13,583 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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Basic and concise 10 May 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
This book was ideal for me as it points out usefull ubuntu commands which are current and gives an enlightening snapshot of linux for a windows user. There is nothing ground breaking or too demanding in this text but it is well worth the minimal cost.
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By geebs
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It's exactly what it says on the box. This is a relatively short book, which first gives an overview of the history of UNIX, GNU, Linux and Ubuntu, and then talks a little bit about free software. Then it gives you an introduction to Ubuntu, and working on the command line. It's an interesting read, and can be covered in a long evening, though it's probably better to spread it out a little bit and sit in front of your computer while reading it. It comes at no cost at all (almost), and a great thing is that it actually makes you feel like you want to learn more. Highly recommended!
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Great for beginners 2 Jun 2011
By JimF
Format:Kindle Edition
Having a good understanding of Windows and a minimal understanding of unix/linux, this book really helped me move forward. It doesn't go into too much detail, but gives just enough to understand what it can do - You can then go and research any problems further on google with the correct terminology.
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