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Wanting to extend my limited knowledge and use of Linux
Hey guys and gals!
I just wanted to ask a question or two (or three)
I am needing / wanting to get back into Linux, and would eventually like to abandon Micro$oft altogether (at least as a primary OS), and maybe even run a Linux based server. Maybe even get into some penetration testing. Not really sure where I want the end result to be but I know it lies somewhere in this area.
It is to this end that I ask the following: Can anyone point out a book or set of books (audio or eBooks?, tutorials, or videos that teaches the reader / listener / watcher from beginner to advanced (I would just prefer to start at the beginning to refresh my knowledge, which was not extensive to begin with).
Also, are there any Linux distros that teach one to use it?
For the distro, maybe you can start with something more user-friendly like Linux Mint or Debian. Software package management is really smooth on these distros. Then, if you feel you're ready for more advanced stuff you can try something more suited for your needs. Have a look around for different distros. There are lots of them: https://distrowatch.com/
All the best.
Last edited by aragorn2101; 03-03-2017 at 03:16 AM.
Reading the documentation to the distribution that you are going to install would be a good start. Learning the package management system is a plus as well.
Slackware is a darn good teacher if you have the time to look up and study what you don't understand. The documentation is great! http://www.slackware.com/
The best way to learn Linux is to install it and start using it.- https://linuxmint.com/
the most important tip is still missing: obviously you can read books, manual pages and tutorials, but without real practice it will not give you anything.
so practice, practice and again: practice.
Last edited by pan64; 03-03-2017 at 08:32 AM.
Reason: typo
My thanks to everyone who responded. It was awesome. All you responses were so cool, and extremely helpful. I cannot say thank you enough. I will look into all of the suggestions. As of right now, I installed Linux Mint with the cinnamon environment. I like mint just fine, but cinnamon feels clunky to me, so I may have to try out another one. Any suggestions on environments? Anyone have a favorite? Why do you prefer it?
My thanks to everyone who responded. It was awesome. All you responses were so cool, and extremely helpful. I cannot say thank you enough. I will look into all of the suggestions. As of right now, I installed Linux Mint with the cinnamon environment. I like mint just fine, but cinnamon feels clunky to me, so I may have to try out another one. Any suggestions on environments? Anyone have a favorite? Why do you prefer it?
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