2.3. Summary

In this chapter, we’ve given the Linux newbie a short, intense lesson in how to get, install, and use the basics of Linux. The main purpose is to give guidance on setting up a Linux box as a webserver and to touch on the decisions that have to be made when installing a Linux operating system. We hope it wasn’t too painful.

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