[ILUG] Choice of books for a relative beginner

[ompaul]

Ciaran Johnston wrote:

>Hi folks,
>A friend of mine has enquired about suitable books for ridding himself of
>the MS shackles, and has suggested these as ones he is interested in:
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>The Linux Cookbook: Tips and Techniques for Everyday Use - Michael Stutz
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very good

>Debian GNU/Linux Bible - Steve Hunger
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not bad a little dated unfortunately
linux trouble shooting bible also a good read for when your stuck.
Install all the readmes, info pages and don't forget mailing lists
point out the manners needed (not that I have any :)) to prevent flaming[1]
and most of all give some clues on how to research an answer :)

>Has anyone any experience of these books, and any other recommendations
>for a relative beginner in Linux but a long-time computer user?
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>Thanks,
>Ciaran.
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Regards,

Paul O'Malley
[1] why did I have to say that[2]
[2] there always has to be a second one that is totally pointless :)