The Linux Cookbook: Michael Stutz On Using Linux For Everyday Activities

Michael Stutz, author of The Linux Cookbook, 2nd Edition: Tips and Techniques for Everyday Use, discusses what inspired him to write this book, when he first started using Linux, and other world views.

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#14	Karri89 commented on 4 Feb 2005 I'm a newbie to the world of UNIX/Linux and found this book very helpful in guiding me through what was unfamiliar territory. I have to admit that being a former WindowsNT user, I was nervous at first, but the Stutz Cookbook showed me that there was nothing to be afraid of and that Linux is as easy to operate as my trusty old NT box, if not even easier! And he's right about the email problem. It's GREAT not having to worry about the back-door viruses that were so plentiful in Outlook (no matter how recent I was on my Norton Anti-Virus load!) The other nice thing about the book is how the author explains the concept of OpenSource and Linux. This was the first book I saw that actually explains WHY I should make the big switch (to Linux).
#13	Glen commented on 3 Feb 2005 This article made me want to rush out and NOT buy his book. He says the book is not trendy/cutesy, but that's just what this ridiculous article is. Food recipes? Chocolate chip cookies? Are you kidding? This is more like an interview from a sappy, lame, local news channel than an IT magazine.
#12	MERWIN, T commented on 2 Feb 2005 MARTHA JUST TYPE IN LINUX COOKBOOK IN AMAZON IT WILL COME UP FOR SECOND EDITION RIGHT HERE
#11	CompWizKid commented on 25 Jan 2005 Your wanna-be gurus are funny. I run a 98, two XP's, one debian, one slackware, one Gentoo system, and one Mac. first of all, if you want "ease-of-use" for any media based medium(photos, video, grahpical editing), Windows is not indispnesable. Furthermore, if you want to game(ANY GAME) is written for and runs on Windows systems. The statement that society is decaying due to the ease-of-use of windows systems is plain eccentric. Lets come to one generallization; people are lazy,and people are stupid. I would rather an everyday user(non-techie) not use linux due to the fact that it would take more time to support them, which would overcast the efficency it would save. Anyone who is good at computers knows how many times friends and family ask them to "fix their computer." These computers are PCs, so think if they were linux/unix machines. Drivers are a major problem from system to system. XP comes preloaded with alomost any driver that is possible. Wireless technologies are becoming more of IT professionals everyday life. The time it takes to configure and startup a wireless arcitechture on a Linux based system far exceeds that of a windows system. When I am showing a demo to a potential customer, should I spend more time configuring or demoing. Furthermore if a client would like to display a concept of some sort and cant navigate, more time is wasted and causes confusion. Lastly I am extreamly mobile person(grad student). The ability to travel from AP to AP seamlessly is important to me. Also, for most new technology laptops, advanced option drivers(integrated wireless)are not available. This introduces additional costs.
#10	A humble Linux user commented on 24 Jan 2005 Sorry, but I must said that I've been using Linux for the last four years and yes, it ALMOST replaced Windows for all my home uses except for one: it still (well, it was not six months ago) not possible to print family photos in my deskjet with the same quality as the Windows ones. This has been acknowledged by HP support, and is, except kids games, my only reason to still boot Windows.
#9	colin case commented on 23 Jan 2005 martha, i got mine really cheap on amazon + free shipping...
#8	martha commented on 23 Jan 2005 It's nice that you linked to Zippy, but did you consider linking to some locations that sell the book.
#7	Wally Masterson commented on 22 Jan 2005 This is a great book on Linux - I own it and find it indispensable.
#6	A reader commented on 22 Jan 2005 You've got to be kidding. Linux is good and all, but this guy is on crack or something. First, I like how he says Linux maximizes his efficiency, but how he hasn't used a proprietary OS in so many years. He seems to have such a solid basis for comparison then. Or how about, "Our cities are decaying and dangerous. The implications for the younger generation are terrifying. But with Linux, we could turn all of that around!" WTF? Is this guy for real?
#5	Sarah commented on 22 Jan 2005 Dunno how long it lasts, but I found a 20% discount link from the publisher...
#4	Stuart B commented on 22 Jan 2005 I use Linux for almost everything. The only thing I need Windows for is DVD authoring. DVD authoring tools under Linux are worthless ... so far.
#3	Matt commented on 22 Jan 2005 Ron, have you heard of this thing called the internet? It's real handy. You can even look up books there. Try it, you'll like it!
#2	bazmudi commented on 21 Jan 2005 ron, i find publisher-page here: $31.95 amazon for best deal: $26.37
#1	Ron commented on 20 Jan 2005 And the publisher of this book is? And it is available where, when, for how much?