[techtalk] Re: Computer Books

[RobertWichert]

Thanks for the hint Kath.  I'll look for it in the stores.

Robert


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Kath wrote:
> 
> If you're truly a newbie to linux, I would recommend starting with Mandrake,
> which is a derivative of Red Hat.  It is supereasy to install and use.  It
> is almost as easy as a Windows 98 install.
> 
> You could do the network install, burn ISOs or buy the retail version (I
> recommend the last one).
> 
> - Kath
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "RobertWichert" <robert at wichert.org>
> Cc: <techtalk at linuxchix.org>
> Sent: Thursday, December 28, 2000 10:34 AM
> Subject: Re: [techtalk] Re: Computer Books
> 
> > Speaking of books...
> >
> > Does anyone know of a book on Red Hat Linux 7?  I have Linux 7
> > installed, but it seems to be just different enough from 6 that the step
> > by step instructions (yes, I am new to Linux) for 6 are not enough to
> > get me going.  I think the easy way out is to buy the high priced
> > version with Tech Support, but I didn't do that, and now I'm paying the
> > price in frustration and time.  As a matter of fact, my system has been
> > on the linuxconfig screen for over one month now.  :(
> >
> > Thanks for any guidance.  I think a good "step by step" book for Linux 7
> > would be perfect, but I find nothing in the stores.
> >
> > Robert Wichert
> >