Foster City, CA - March 1, 1999 - The buzz on LINUX has accelerated exponentially as more computer industry manufacturing and software heavyweights espouse the award-winning freeware operating system. IBM, Corel, Dell and Netscape are just a few of the companies that have recently joined the bandwagon with announcements of product and systems support for LINUX. Initially, the UNIX-based, multi-tasking, multi-user operating system was primarily the realm of systems administrators and technophiles. But the speed, stability, and flexibility of LINUX -- combined with the fact that it is free to use, modify, and copy - has made it increasingly popular with developers. As a result, even mainstream computer users can now benefit from the power and freedom LINUX offers. LINUX For Dummies, 2nd Edition from IDG Books Worldwide is easy-to-follow guide, designed to help users smoothly capitalize on the advantages of LINUX - even with no prior LINUX or UNIX experience. Author Jon "maddog" Hall, Executive Director of LINUX International and a formidable LINUX cheerleader leaves the jargon out and keeps the entertainment in as he systematically takes the reader through every level, from understanding the origins and capabilities of LINUX to building and customizing a complete LINUX system. Readers will learn how to install, organize, maximize and troubleshoot LINUX. Hall advises on how to: * master the LINUX command system increase the power of LINUX with its * helpful configuration utilities select an appropriate shell program to * fit the user's needs become adept with X Windows, the graphical portion * of LINUX configure the system for the Internet maintain and keep your new * system humming An included CD-ROM contains setup software for Red Hat LINUX 5.2 for Intel X86, a powerful operating system from Red Hat Software, Inc. LINUX for Dummies, 2nd Edition is simply the easiest, fastest way for users to discover and join the LINUX evolution. About the Author: Jon "maddog" Hall is the Executive Director of LINUX International, a non-profit organization focused on promoting the existing advantages and compatibility of LINUX. Previously Department head of computer Science at Hartford State Technical College, Hall currently works for Compaq Computer Corporation in the UNIX Software Development group. He is a frequent speaker for LINUX user groups. About the Book: LINUX(r) For Dummies(r), 2nd Edition, By Jon Hall 0-7645-0421-5 $24.99 US/$35.99 Canada This title is available at major bookstores and computer stores, direct from IDG Books Worldwide at (800) 762-2974, 24 hours a day, or via the Web at http://www.idgbooks.com. For reseller, corporate or volume orders, contact IDG Books Worldwide Customer Service at (800) 434-3422. For a review copy, author interview or more information, contact Stephanie Rodriguez at 650.655.5016 or srodriguez@idgbooks.com. IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. headquartered in Foster City, Calif., is a leading global knowledge company featuring a diverse portfolio of technology, business and how-to books and computer-based learning tools, including the best-selling ...For Dummies(r), ...Secrets(r), Teach Yourself(r), 3-D Visual(r) and Cliffs Notes(tm) brands. IDG Books Worldwide has more than 700 active titles plus translations in 36 languages around the world. More information about IDG Books Worldwide is available from the company's SEC filings (Nasdaq: IDGB) or by visiting its World Wide Web site, http://www.idgbooks.com. Information about our ...For Dummies(r) and Cliffs Notes(tm) brands can also be found at http://www.dummies.com and http://www.cliffs.com. IDG Books Worldwide is a subsidiary of International Data Group, Inc. a leading global provider of information technology media, research, conferences and expositions. LINUX is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States and other countries. Red Hat is a registered trademark of Red Hat Software, Inc. ----For Dummies is a registered trademark of IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Rodriguez 650.655.5016 srodriguez@idgbooks.com