Once considered a fringe operating system with a cult following, Linux is now touted as the only viable alternative to Windows. Recent attention in the media and backing from industry leaders such as Oracle and IBM have helped increase shipments of the open source operating system dramatically over the past year.
The No B.S. Guide to Red Hat Linux is a comprehensive and concise guide to the most popular Linux version on the market — Red Hat. Its release is timed to coincide with the release of Red Hat's newest version — the first Linux version with a graphical user interface. No 1,000-page doorstop, this book provides new and experienced users with succinct, easy-to-follow instructions for installing, configuring, and running Red Hat Linux. The author illustrates this operating system's features and capabilities and leads readers through the commands and utilities, showing that Linux can do anything Windows can do — only faster and cheaper.
An aptly named book—great for a beginner to Linux. If you are constantly being called by friends to help out with installing and running Linux, this book makes a great gift.
Linux Journal
For someone who has already installed Red Hat 6.0 Linux and wants to learn more about its new capabilities, I wholeheartedly recommend this book.
Linux Planet
As an overview of Red Hat 6 this book is excellent.
St. Paul Pioneer Press
A comprehensive introduction to the world of Linux. This is a great place for the beginning user to start.
Sys Admin Magazine
Rankin’s expertise and informal style make this an ideal choice for the beginning Linux user and an excellent reference for the more experienced user.
