I forgot to mention a site that also helped me some when I was first
starting, The Linux Documentation Project.  You can find a lot of
stuff from full manuals, quick how-tos, and FAQs.  Might be worth it
to you to skim what is on the site.

http://www.tldp.org/

- Joey

On 8/14/06, Joey Rockhold <joey.rockhold at gmail.com> wrote:
> When I found I was having trouble getting into Linux, I bought this
> book at Barnes and Noble: O'Reilly Running Linux.  It is a very thick
> book, but it is very helpful.  It gives you an idea of everything
> linux does, and quick overviews of how to do it all.  It also explains
> what it is you are doing.  It does not tie you to any specific
> distribution.  You do not have to read it front to back (though you
> learn the most if you do).  With this book, I have been able to not
> ask others for help nearly as much.
>
> http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/runux4/
>
> - Joey
>
> On 8/14/06, Tipsy-in_Chicago Tipsy <tipsy_in_chicago at yahoo.com> wrote:
> > Hello,
> >
> > I am an absolute newbie to the world of Linux. I am interested in developing
> > linux administrative skills.
> >
> > Is self learning the best route? If so, any books that will be helpful?
> >
> > I am also open to taking classes.
> >
> > Kindly, get back to me with the best approach.
> >
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > KT
> >
> >
> >
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