Linux Hardware Handbook (Sams White Book Series)

Linux Hardware Handbook shows you how to make purchasing and installation decisions concerning hardware for Linux computers. Don't wade through scattered documentation to determine what products work and what products don't--this book provides general guidance and information on what will help you and what to avoid. This book helps you gain a greater understanding of the issues surrounding Linux and make more informed purchase decisions. Get the knowledge you need to decide whether to even attempt installing Linux on a given computer. Topics covered include core systems, storage disks, input/output devices, notebooks, and audio/video cards. A guide for those considering using Linux or buying new hardware for an existing Linux system, with sections on core systems, storage, audio/video, input/output, and prebuilt systems. Appendices offer information on drivers and list hardware manufacturers. Information is geared toward typical Linux consumers rather than hardware professionals. Smith has written for several computer magazines, including Linux Journal , maintains several Web pages devoted to Linux, and has written three other computing books. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) "Linux Hardware Handbook" provides guidance to individuals on making purchasing and installation decisions concerning hardware for Linux computers. It provides general guidance and information on what types of products are known to work well at the time of writing. Providing general guidance and information on choosing, installing and configuring computer hardware, this text covers every type of hardware, from core components to storage devices, to the latest DVD drives and DSL modems.