Table of Contents
1. Why this guide?
Many people still believe that learning Linux is difficult, or that only experts can understand how a Linux system works. Though there is a lot of free documentation available, it is widely scattered on the Web, and often confusing due to being usually oriented toward experienced UNIX or Linux users. Today, thanks to the advancements in development, Linux has grown in popularity both at home and at work. The goal of this guide is to show people of all ages that Linux can be simple, fun and used for all kinds of purposes.
2. Who should read this book?
This guide was created as an overview of the Linux Operating System. It is geared toward new users as an exploration tour and getting started guide, with exercises at the end of each chapter. For more advanced readers it can be a desktop reference, and a collection of base knowledge needed in system and network administration. This book contains many real life examples derived from the authors' experience as a Linux system and network administrator, trainer and consultant. We hope these examples will help you gain a better understanding of Linux and encourage you to try out things on your own.
Everybody who wants to get a “CLUE”, a Command Line User Experience, with Linux (and UNIX in general) will find this book useful.
3. New versions and availability
The most recent edition is available online at http://linuxbasics.org/course/book.
