Windows or Mac OS X users are often daunted by the Linux operating

system. And yet learning Linux doesn't have to be hard and the payoff

is great. Linux is secure, flexible, and free. It's less susceptible to

malicious attacks, and when it is, patches are available quickly. And

best of all, Linux allows users access to different desktop interfaces

and loads of software, almost all of it completely free.

use Linux for all the things they need to do, like connecting to a

network, installing software, and securing your system. Written for

readers who are curious about Linux or have to get up and running for

a job. This book concentrates on the tasks Linux users need to know

how to do. In easy-to-follow lessons designed to take an hour or less,

readers learn how to use the command line, along with practical topics

like installing software, customizing your desktop, printing, and even

basic networking. Readers will find a road map to the commands and

processes they need to be instantly productive.

This book is for anyone looking to learn how to use Linux

Linux is a free, popular, widely supported, open-source operating

system based on UNIX.