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21st August 2005, 07:38 AM
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Good Linux (Fedora Core) Books!
Any suggestions on what are some good Fedora Core 4 based books? I have FC4 installed and went through a very basic book. I learned some basic command line code and how to install from source and stuff. I want to learn some more advanced things without getting to crazy if you know what I mean. I am still a newb but I don't want another book which teaches me how to install and get it set up and that's it. Any suggestions at all would be greatly appreciated. I have a gift certificate to use so I'm eager to go and grab one. Thank you very much!!!
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21st August 2005, 07:59 AM
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21st August 2005, 01:49 PM
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It pretty much boils down to "Bible" or "Unleashed".
I prefer the layout and style of Bible - clearer and more straightforward than Unleashed. The paper smells better too...
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21st August 2005, 02:52 PM
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I've always been a fan of the Bible series. My experience with the unleashed books haven't been as good. (mistakes, typos, etc)
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21st August 2005, 06:11 PM
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I have Fedora Core 3 Unleashed, and I find myself using the internet more than my book which I paid 50 dollars for!!!!
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21st August 2005, 08:20 PM
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I have Fedora Linux 3 Bible by Christopher Negus.
I think it's great.
So if you got the FC4 version, I'm sure you wouldn't be dissapointed.
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22nd August 2005, 06:32 PM
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I saw a good one the other day for those of us just starting out. The title was,
and I'm not pulling your leg, "RedHat Fedora Core 3 Linux For Dummies".
If you can get through the title without pausing for breath, I'd recommend it.
It comes with a DVD version of FC3, which is a nice bonus.
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23rd August 2005, 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by RedFedora
I saw a good one the other day for those of us just starting out. The title was,
and I'm not pulling your leg, "RedHat Fedora Core 3 Linux For Dummies".
If you can get through the title without pausing for breath, I'd recommend it.
It comes with a DVD version of FC3, which is a nice bonus.
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Well those books aren't as elaborate as the Bible and Unleashed.
Pricewise, the Dummies are cheaper, but ........ a lot less pages than the two.
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23rd August 2005, 09:45 PM
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I got the "Linux for Dummies" book a long time ago(it came with FC1)...it is really a guide to use linux, but not much on troubleshooting or configuration. I think the "Bible" books are the best for the average user.
You can get free e-books here:
http://ebook911.com/
EDIT: you used to be able to get e-books here, seems ot be down for the moment...hmmm, I hope that was a legit site 
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24th August 2005, 08:03 AM
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I've a lot of fun with www.linuxcommand.org , its not a book, I know, but imho a very very good tutorial for starters (like me)
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1st September 2005, 03:28 PM
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Hi guys,
Phew, just changed my order on amazon.co.uk from unleashed to Bible on this threads advice. A touch cheaper too. 
I sure hope the paper smells nice now 
Arthur
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