Linux for Dummies®

Linux for Dummies® is a perennial favorite for quickly learning the ins and outs of Linux. Drawing on the wisdom of eight previous top-selling editions, this edition delivers clear, step-by-step guidance so you can confidently migrate to an open-source operating system. Its everyday language makes learning easy, even if you’re completely new to Linux. Focusing on popular, beginner-friendly distributions, the book spotlights the Ubuntu LiveCD and gOS Linux distributions while also offering a comprehensive look at the full Fedora distribution. You’ll discover how to install new open source software using Synaptic or RPM package managers, use free programs to browse the web, listen to music, read e-mail, edit photos, and even run Windows in a virtualized environment. An introduction to the Linux command line rounds out the practical, hands-on lessons provided in this trusted resource. Whether you’re taking your first steps into open source software or looking to deepen your Linux knowledge, Linux for Dummies® offers the accessible guidance you need to build a solid foundation in this powerful operating system.