* This completely revamped edition covers the familiar Linux flavors as well as some exciting new distributions-Ubuntu, Mepis, Arch Linux, and four others
* Ideal for users planning the transition to Linux who want to sample different distributions to see which one best meets their needs
* Includes new sections on practical uses for Linux, cool multimedia apps, instant messaging, BitTorrent, and improved security techniques
* Valuable information for system administrators who need to set up secure, fully functioning Linux servers
* Bonus DVD is the only one on the market to include ten Linux distributions readers can try