Getting more information Getting Started Guide 11 Linux as a server for the Internet, databases, or for other uses. These chapters assume that you are already familiar with all of the concepts presented in Part 3, Concepts Glossary. If you have some Linux experience Start the installation of OpenLinux 2.3 by reading quickly through Chapter 2, Starting with Windows. You can probably complete the installation without refer- ring to this guide much. Use the Concepts Glossary in Part 3 for reference if you come across an unfamiliar term. When you’ve installed OpenLinux, use the chapters in Part 2 to learn about the features of OpenLinux and the KDE Desktop. If you’re going to use OpenLinux as a Linux server of some kind, or if you need to act as a system administrator for multiple Linux-based computers, use the sec- tions in Chapter 12 to guide you in setting up OpenLinux configuration files for the uses you have planned. If you’re a Linux guru Well, you’re probably not reading this, but if you are, skim Chapter 2, Starting with Windows. OpenLinux 2.3 is easier to install than any previous version of Linux, so you might enjoy seeing how it’s done. Once the system is installed, refer to Part 4 to learn about how OpenLinux 2.3 uses configuration files to set up server systems and how to complete various system administration tasks. You can also read the source code provided on the OpenLinux “Source Code” CD-ROM. Getting more information Starting to use a new operating system can be a challenging task. As Linux becomes easier to use, it also provides more ways to learn about it. Many resources are available online via popular Web sites or documentation you can download . Many printed resources are also available—books, magazines, and so forth. You can even take classes in Linux through many learning institutions and organizations. The following tables offers some hints to guide your search for more information about Linux. NOTE: The materials described in the following tables are intended for beginning Linux users or those who want to become familiar with the online Linux community.  Chapter