If you don't like KDE, don't buy it.

This book has an oversimplified installation explanation(20pages), and then jumps right into KDE. I prefer GNOME so this book was a waste of money for me. I have been working towards switching to Linux for a few years, switching to a browser and office program available for both Windoz and Linux to simplify the transition, and playing with Linux on an old computer. I had hoped this book would help with the final step, but it didn't. Installation is a tedious process, even the "pros" don't get it right om the first try. I bought a new computer with Linux preinstalled, and it didn't work, and had to be reinstalled. A beginners book as this claims to be needs a thorough installation section, but less for the desktop which has many similarities to windoz.

Other Reviews

• Somewhat dated but still a good way to dip your toe into the Linux waters
• Disappointing!
• Not Bad but there are better books
• To basic for a prior windows user.
• If you don't like KDE, don't buy it.