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Title: Learning Unix for Mac OS X, 2nd Edition by Dave Taylor, Brian Jepson ISBN: 0-596-00470-2 Publisher: O'Reilly & Associates Pub. Date: 23 December, 2002 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $19.95

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Average Customer Rating: 3.12 (16 reviews)

Rating: 4
Summary: VERY basic
Comment: This is a useful book for anyone who has no knowledge of UNIX commands, or whose knowledge is minimal. Otherwise, I would recommend "Mac OS X for UNIX Geeks" instead.

Rating: 2
Summary: BRUSH AND BRUSH, YET, NO SHINE!
Comment: Unless you are a complete UNIX dummy, there is not much to expect (or benefit) from this book. Its meager 158 pages only succeeded in brushing around the very basics (and simple commands). Apart from its cogent narrations on how best a novice could explore UNIX applications and use command interface, there is little that shine in this book.
Anyone who knows one or two things about UNIX is likely to be disappointed by its inept coverage. Hence, I would advise such person to opt for "Mac OS X for Unix Geeks", which provided a more palatable gist in a chronological order. Versatile enthusiasts, who are interested in advanced explorations, should consider "Mac OS X Unleashed". One of its chapters on Unix-Mac relationships did eclipse anything this book can boast of.

Rating: 5
Summary: A Great Starting Point
Comment: In the vast world of Linux/UNIX, I found it hard to know where to start learning. I figured that since I knew a significant amount about OS X that this book might make for a good beginning level book. I was so right. For someone who knows absolutely nothing about UNIX commands, this book is for you. You will learn the absolute basics and nothing more. Keep that in mind: you will not learn anything beyond the basics. If you're looking for something a little more comprehensive, then look somewhere else. However, if you are looking for a short, basic introduction to the world of UNIX so you can get around, this book is definitely for you.

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