20 of the Best Free Linux Books

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Individuals wanting to learn about the Linux operating system have a large selection of books to choose from. There are many thousands of informative Linux books which are in-print and available to download or buy at reasonable cost. However, as many users are attracted to Linux for the very reason that it is available under a freely distributable license, some will also want this to extend to the documentation they read.

 

The focus of this article is to select some of the finest Linux books which are available to download for free. The vast majority of the books featured here can also be freely distributed to others.

To cater for all tastes, we have chosen a wide range of books, encompassing general introductions to Linux, books that concentrate on a specific distribution or application, books for programmers, as well as books that have defined the evolution of free software. All of the texts here come with our strongest recommendation. So get reading (and downloading).

Link: 20 of the Best Free Linux Books - Part 1 - LinuxLinks News

 

Links to parts 2, 3 and 4 are at the bottom of pages 1, 2 and 3 respectivley.

[painejake]

Some interesting stuff there. Thanks for sharing

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Whether you're new to Linux or looking to become a more advanced user, there are a lot of free online books and tutorials that can give you guidance. For beginners good choices abound, and good titles are just a few clicks away.

 

Link 1: The Easiest Linux Guide You'll Ever Read [Downloadable PDF]

 

Link 2: Linux Starter Pack [Presented as a Flash object]

 

Link 3: Ubuntu Pocket Guide and Reference [Zipped downloadable PDF]

 

Link 4: Free On-line Linux Technical Books and Tutorials [Numerous Linux based resources]

 

Link 5: Test Driving Linux - WikiContent [A free online book]

 

Link 6: UnixTutorials - OpenSUSE tutorials