Beginning Suse Linux, Second Edition (beginning: From Novice To Professional)

This update to the bestselling first edition is the perfect book for newcomers to the Linux platform. Presenting topics of interest to users of all levels, this title helps readers to enjoy SUSEUs ability to play MP3s and DVDs, burn CDs, perform office tasks and data backups, and offer a secure operating system environment.

Written by award-winning author Keir Thomas, "Beginning SUSE Linux, Second Edition" is the comprehensive guide to openSUSE Linux 10.1, the community-created version of SUSE Linux.

The book starts with an introduction to the world of Linux and the open source community, and this is followed by an illustrated step-by-step guide to openSUSE installation and hardware configuration.

A special edition of openSUSE 10.1 is provided on the DVD-ROM that comes with the book. This version includes several additional items of proprietary software, as well as all the AAA1/2develAAA1/2 software packages, making for a comprehensive package.

The book shows how to wield total control over your newly installed operating system. It will guide you through system customization opportunities and common tasks like listening to audio CDs and MP3s, watching movies, and performing office- and Internet-related tasks. A large part of the book is dedicated to advanced command-line techniques necessary to maintain your system and become a true Linux master

This second edition of the best-selling first edition has been boosted by 200 pages to over 700 in total, and has been completely revised and updated. "Beginning SUSE Linux, Second Edition" is the only print title to cover openSUSE 10.1.