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"This book is the best I have seen at introducing Linux to new users."
"With humor and pragmatism, Mr. Grant walks the novice explorer through all the basics of switching to this distribution of Linux, on to the practical level of getting things done. Timely perhaps for those not exactly looking forward to dealing with Vista."
Rickford Grant, the author of Ubuntu Linux For Non-Geeks interviewed for article on tech career website
"I found this book a no-brainer . . . Up front I confirm that this book is truly a hands-on, project-based, take-it slow guidebook for step-by-step installation and usage . . . a great way to install and learn Ubuntu! Happy conversion."
"OMG, it is JUST what I needed."
"If you have a hankering to try Ubuntu Linux; if you need a hand in making some particular aspect of the package work; or if you want to know how to move further down the road to becoming Linux self-sufficient, this just might be the book for you."
"It is a step-by-step guide and there could be no better approach . . . The Ubuntu community needed a book like this."
"You'll find Grant's book an excellent and thorough place to start."
"[Grant] gets better with each book . . . provides essential help in making the most of the Ubuntu distribution, even for those already familiar with other Linux distributions. It is written in an easy style with many useful examples. Highly recommended."
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"Just the book I needed . . . a fast, crystal-clear topical tour of the amazing collective accomplishment embodied in Ubuntu. I learned something new in every chapter, and ended up with a computer that did more of what I wanted it to do, faster. This book should come with every Ubuntu Live CD."
Was one of Jerry Pournelle's Computer Books of the Month
"A refreshing, welcome change from the developer-oriented complex Linux guides on the market."
"Are you on the hunt for a real hand-holder that can help a tech-deprived Windows or Mac user transition over to Linux? . . . I was very impressed with the author's ability to present in a non-threatening, techy manner. His easy-to-follow, conversational approach makes this book an excellent personal trainer for anyone interested in making the transition to Linux."
"If you have someone who's not very comfortable on a computer that you want to ease into the world of Linux get them started with this book." Q&A with author Rickford Grant
"A good book? Yes, especially for geek wannabes."
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"It's typical Rickford Grant style, which I've come to love . . . This is another wonderful offering by No Starch Press."
"A good, practical book that reads well and doesn't involve the victim in lots of superfluous stuff."
Rickford Grant interviewed on live radio show
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5/5 stars: "An excellent book for anyone looking to try out Linux . . . contains everything that you need to know."
"One of the most fun Linux books I've had the pleasure of reading."
"One of the common mistakes that authors make when writing a book targeted at newbies is treating them like idiots and introducing a lot of slang in the narration, but Rickford Grant has stayed clear of this and his language is clear and lucid."
"The book has a friendly feel to it (as most No Starch Press books do) . . . I can vouch for the flexibility and usability of the application software Grant writes about."
9/10 rating: "If you want to learn Linux at your pace, get it working quickly and be productive in a short period of time - the combination of Ubuntu and Ubuntu Linux for Non-Geeks is a powerful combination that can get you started."
"No Starch Press has been on a roll with its Linux books lately, and Rickford Grant's Ubuntu Linux for Non-Geeks keeps the momentum going . . . Highly recommended."
"Could transform you into a 'penguinista' quicker than you can say GNU General Public License."
"It's a lot like Kix cereal: kid-tested, mother-approved . . . I'm not actually new to the world of Linux, but even I found some good information and nice tricks while going through."
"I must not be much of a geek because I found this book to be quite interesting! . . . This is a book I'll be recommending to friends."
4/5 stars: "The project-based approach in this book works really well . . . After you have worked your way through the book you will have a very complete desktop Linux workstation."
"Rickford Grant worked really hard to keep everything clear and concise for users who want to make the leap to Linux . . . This book is now a key desktop reference."
"The perfect companion for a less technically inclined friend or family member . . . a good investment that will pay itself back many times over during the years of productive Linux computing."
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Rickford Grant quoted in article, "Is Ubuntu Linux for You, Too?"
"A real pleasure to read . . . 5 out of 5 stars."
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