{"product_id":"9781617293283","title":"Learn Linux in a Month of Lunches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn Linux in a Month of Lunches\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to install and use Linux for all the things you do with your OS, like connecting to a network, installing software, and securing your system. Whether you're just curious about Linux or have to get up and running for your job, you'll appreciate how this book concentrates on the tasks you need to know how to do in 23 easy lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Technology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've only used Windows or Mac OS X, you may be daunted by the Linux operating system. And yet learning Linux doesn't have to be hard, and the payoff is great. Linux is secure, flexible, and free. It's less susceptible to malicious attacks, and when it is attacked, patches are available quickly. If you don't like the way it looks or behaves, you can change it. And best of all, Linux allows users access to different desktop interfaces and loads of software, almost all of it completely free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn Linux in a Month of Lunches\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to install and use Linux for all the things you do with your OS, like connecting to a network, installing software, and securing your system. Whether you're just curious about Linux or need it for your job, you'll appreciate how this book focuses on just the tasks you need to learn. In easy-to-follow lessons designed to take an hour or less, you'll learn how to use the command line, along with practical topics like installing software, customizing your desktop, printing, and even basic networking. You'll find a road map to the commands and processes you need to be instantly productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster the command line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about file systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand desktop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo from Linux novice to expert in just one month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Reader\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is for anyone looking to learn how to use Linux. No previous Linux experience required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteven Ovadia\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor and librarian at LaGuardia Community College, CUNY. He curates The Linux Setup, a large collection of interviews with desktop Linux users, and writes for assorted library science journals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePART 1 - GETTING LINUX UP AND RUNNING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cli\u003eBefore you begin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting to know Linux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Installing Linux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting to know your system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesktop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigating your desktop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePART 2 - A HOME OFFICE IN LINUX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cli\u003eInstalling software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn introduction to Linux home\/office software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText files and editors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with files and folders on the command line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with common command-line applications, part 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with common command-line applications, part 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the command line productively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplaining the Linux filesystem hierarchy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows programs in Linux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablishing a workflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePART 3 - HOME SYSTEM ADMIN ON LINUX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cli\u003eAn in-depth look at package management and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdating the operating system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinux security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecting to other computers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersion control for non-programmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever the end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Manning Publications Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47050987503856,"sku":"9781617293283","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781617293283_p0.jpg?v=1763850065","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781617293283","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}