Beginning SUSE Linux, Second Edition (Beginning: from Novice to Professional)
by Keir Thomas
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Author: Keir ThomasEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2006-11-10
ISBN: 1590596749
Number of pages: 728
Publisher: Apress
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Book Reviews of Beginning SUSE Linux, Second Edition (Beginning: from Novice to Professional)
Book Review: Book is full of typos and errors
Summary: 3 Stars
As I am going through the book there are a bunch of errors and typos. There are some erratas on the Apress Site but not all. I have attempted to contact apress customer service about the issues, but only have recieved and automated response. After the author finishes his diatribe about Microsoft and the empire of evil, I find it funny the excuses he tells for the problems within SUSE Linux, apparently a blind fanboy that cannot see the cracks present. He also complains about people who give him negative reviews on his blog. Apparently, his book is perfect.
All in all, if you want to learn SUSE, it is an Ok place to start.
If you are really new to Linux, the included distro gets you started. However, once you get it installed and provided you are lucky enough that your problem is in the troubleshooting section (I had to google for days for my problem), then you will quickly run into your next problem in updatig the system. Chapter 9, page 168 has instructions but the URL that is given in step 4 is wrong. I tried the server suse.mirrors.tds.net instead of the listed server, and that worked. Everything about the update process is painfully slow, so run it overnight before you go to bed or when you have time to kill. The first update downloaded 495 updates, so it took a long time.
I am up and running after days of problem after problem and have made it mostly through the book and have highlighter marks to errors I have found.
I would say if this is your first Linux attempt, still give it a try but expect problems during the install and with the book but you should still get you through -- I would recommend it used with the CD if you can find it.
Summary of Beginning SUSE Linux, Second Edition (Beginning: from Novice to Professional)
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 ???devel??? 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.
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