Hi All,

I am new to Linux but want to be an expert. I have the time and the motivation and hopefully the ability to do so.
My main topics of interest is shell programming, networking and administration.
What I need is a starting point. I need a reference for good book(s) ,ebooks,and tutorial websites.
Most importantly I need to practice on something. I don't have a spare machine to install Linux on so I want to find/create a bootable CD that I can use.

I know there are several versions of the Linux OS. Any suggestions which one will be the best one to achieve my goals?

Many thanks,
ronsha

Sorry guys, just found the newbie forum on the bottom. Please ignore this post. it will re-appear in the newbie forum.

Thanks