Linux in a Nutshell covers the core commands for common Linux distributions. This isn't a scaled-down quick reference of common commands, but a complete reference to all user, programming, administration, and networking commands, with complete lists of options. New material in the third edition includes what's commonly required for customizing the GNOME and KDE desktops and the fvwm2 window manager, thedpkg Debian package manager, an expanded investigation of therpm Red Hat package manager, and many new commands. Contents also include:

LILO and Loadlin (boot) optionsShell syntax and variables for the bash, csh, and tcsh shellsPattern matchingEmacs and vi editing commands

Linux in a Nutshell is a must for any Linux user; it weighs less than a stack of manual pages, but delivers everything needed for common, day-to-day use.