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I got this in my in box today. I have to admit, I'm tempted by learning about silverlight.

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Check out the free lessons on how to use Linux. They have information for every level, and its a great way to find out if Linux is right for you!

http://www.linux.org/lessons/

If you’re a total newbie start here: 

http://www.linux.org/lessons/beginner/index.html

 If you know a little, and want to beef up your skills go here:

http://www.linux.org/lessons/interm/index.html

 This location is for serious Linux heads approach with caution:

http://www.linux.org/lessons/advanced/index.html

The Official Ubuntu Book

Benjamin Mako Hill

Fedora 6 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible

Christopher Negus

Here are some of the helpful books that I have found to introduce you to the world of LInux. These you may have more trouble finding at your local libray ( no fear- ask them if they can borrow it for you) or just pony up and order these books.

Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Tiger Edition

David Pogue

Mac OS X Tiger For Dummies

Bob LeVitus

 These are just some of the books that I found to be helpful when helping friends and family over to Mac. They will give you a good understading of the basics. So check one out - If not from amazon, then from your local library