The Complete Red Hat Linux Training Course (with CD-ROM)

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Summary: excellent and friendly
Review: everyone must get it for learning linux completely...

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Summary: It's alright. Not for beginner or expert.
Review: I guess I just wasn't that impressed. This course basically glazes over a lot of stuff with out diving in too deep or explaining basic concepts. If I wasn't such a slacker I'd probably ship this one back. The multimedia is not the least bit interesting either.

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Summary: excellent
Review: I was having such a hard time figuring out how to navigatethrough Linux. Finally I took a shot at a multimedia training cd. Thisis by far the best one. It will work on windows and linux, some other training cd's only work with windows. If you are new to Linux and is looking for a solid training tool this is it !

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Summary: Misleading
Review: I was really hoping for more from this--topics are lightly covered, when they're covered, and the "multimedia" is little more than the book's text with animations. I have only scant Linux knowledge, and I was able to pass through the tests with high marks. And while each question is interactive, there's no larger intelligence tracking your weak areas, or anything. The multimedia aspect of this package is no better than multimedia training of the mid-90s. On a brighter note, it does teach some basics that need to be understood, but not enough for the price. Overall, I'm really disappointed--this money is far better spent on a thorough reference.

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Summary: Light Coverage, Redundant CD...
Review: I was really hoping for more from this--topics are lightly covered, when they're covered, and the "multimedia" is little more than the book's text with animations. I have only scant Linux knowledge, and I was able to pass through the tests with high marks. And while each question is interactive, there's no larger intelligence tracking your weak areas, or anything. The multimedia aspect of this package is no better than multimedia training of the mid-90s. On a brighter note, it does teach some basics that need to be understood, but not enough for the price. Overall, I'm really disappointed--this money is far better spent on a thorough reference.

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Summary: Misleading
Review: If you think this is going to be a significant audio visual experience then you are wrong. I bought this for the audio visual approach and it was terrible. I wish I could get my money back. Also, as another reviewer said, the book/Cd is NOT for beginners and probably not for advanced users. [e-mail]

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Summary: Made my learning of Linux easier.
Review: One area of the IT industry I have limited knowledge has to be Linux and there are several flavors out there with Red Hat being the most prominent. This training course is certainly a first step in becoming more knowledgeable.

The software with run in Windows 98 and 2000 with no install problems. The installation took only a few minutes and I was up and learning. There is a README.1ST that is a must read before beginning the installation.

The package includes 15 cyber class courses from the installation to the backup and it takes Netscape to run, which is also included in the package. Every thin is include and you can watch the experts and then try the labs yourself.

The package is self-paced and you can learn and re-learn at your own leisure. Also include is the Red Hat Linux System Administration Handbook, a 400-page reference manual that goes perfectly with the software.

The book covers installation, booting, shutdown, administration, networking, the internet and more. Komarinski is a RHCE, which lends credibility to the package. Although some of the topics are for the more advanced users, there is plenty for the beginner.

Remember rushing through the lesson will cause you to miss some of the finer points of the topics. Overall a very good value for the money.

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Summary: Thanks!
Review: Thanks for taking a look at this book and CD-ROM set. It's been designed to work with either Windows or Linux, so even if you don't know Linux yet, you can get familiar with it. If you're already using Linux and want to test out commands, you can do that as well. The CD includes an electronic version of the book so you can read the book at your leisure, then review it as you take the course. The video clips show Red Hat in action along with a narration of what's going on. Other audio-only clips give more tips and tricks as you learn more about Red Hat. I hope you have as much fun learning as I've had over the past 8 years learning more about Linux.