Review by D. Wortham
on 2020-03-10
Product: Ubuntu Made Easy I’m so very happy that this book became available for review for free through the Vine program. I doubt I’d have spotted it otherwise. I had no idea how much Linux has changed in the last few years. The book is really excellent. The format is presented as a project based approach to introducing the reader to Ubuntu’s flavor of Linux. Ubuntu’s goal is to be a work right out of the box distribution that is close enough to the ubiquitous Windows platform in form and function to allow an easy crossover user experience.
Review by Dan McKinnon
on 2020-03-10
Product: 159327257X ‘Ubuntu for Non-Geeks: A Pain-Free, Get-Things-Done Guide’ is a very nice addition to the no starch line of books. Now in it’s 4th edition, this book has become a popular way for Linux newbies to get things going and having fun at the same time! Overview 01. Why Linux is a good/great option for an OS 02. Installing Unbuntu 03. Working With the Desktop 04. Internet Connection Time
Review by Daviangel
on 2020-03-10
Product: Linux Bible Comprehensive introduction to Linux with uses latest versions of Red Hat Enterprise and Fedora to demonstrate examples with mentions of Ubuntu here and there. Understandable since the author works at Red Hat so probably a slight bias because of it. Covers just about everything you’d ever want to know about Linux and more so you’ll most likely end up using this as a reference book than something you read from start to finish.
Review by David O'Meara
on 2020-03-10
Product: 0596527209 Not surprisingly, this is another lovely addition to the successful ‘Hacks’ series. Like the others, ‘Ubuntu Hacks’ consists of a series of pointers on how to perform useful and usually non-trivial tasks ranging from beginner level through to expert. As you would expect novice users can get more from the book than experienced users, but there is still likely to be plenty to interest people of any skill level.
Review by Douglas Lewit
on 2020-03-10
Product: 0470082933 Concise and to the point. Full of great instructions on using the Ubuntu Terminal to manipulate files and install extra packages and features. Rating: 5 0470082933 Count: 18
Review by Dr. R. R. Dartt
on 2020-03-10
Product: 178216815X Truthfully I haven’t loaded this distro yet but I certainly intend to in the near future. I have already read this book and refer back to it as I progress in my understanding of Linux’s various systems. I’m learning on LUbuntu first and then will switch over to Linux Mint Mate and Cinnamon as these two are what I really desire in my computer after Windows XP PRO.
Review by E. Kontsevoy
on 2020-03-10
Product: 0596002726 I was in a urgent need of some fairly serious Linux bootcamp. This book worked, and this is how: I hadn’t had any significant Linux experience prior to buying this book. Sure, I knew a few basic UNIX commands, who doesn’t? After installing Ubuntu it became clear that I simply will have to spend too much time googling solutions for every problem. I went ahead and bought this book, read it cover to cover in about two days, and my fluentness in Linux administration/programming has increased dramatically.
Review by E. OMalley
on 2020-03-10
Product: 159327257X I got an urge to check out Linux Ubuntu around the holidays and after reading the reviews on this book decided to give it a try. It was very easy to load the disc on my computer and complete the practice exercises in each chapter. A really solid overview of Ubuntu’s Hardy Heron version. I really want to get more into Ubuntu, but just haven’t had the time to really play with it.
Review by Edmon Begoli
on 2020-03-10
Product: 013236039X I recommend Practical guide to Ubuntu Linux, 2nd ed. to all interested in understanding and running the Ubuntu Linux on their home, school or work machines. It is written by Mark Sobell whose book on Linux Commands, Editors and Shell Programming is one of my favorite IT titles of all. Book covers all topics you can think of - from a novice tutorial on the guided installation of the system to intermediate/advanced tasks such as shell scripting and installation of the server components such as Apache, DNS or mail server.
Review by Edward Laskowski
on 2020-03-10
Product: 159327257X Ubuntu is a well-regarded distribution of Linux, which has the latest enhancements to the Linux operating system. The book was written for those familiar with computers, and somewhat familiar with Linux, but not with the Ubuntu distribution. The book comes with Ubuntu 6.06 Desktop on CD-ROM–it can be run from the CD or installed on your hard disk. The author has done an excellent job getting the reader started.