Title: Interesting Linux biography
Product review: Just for Fun is a book that chronicles Linus's life and the birth of Linux. Along the way, it presents a fascinating look at the forces that led to the creation of Linux, the controversies, the proponents, and the opponents. For those who want to understand the unlikely hero who created a freely available open source operating system, this book is enlightening, inspiring, and informative.My only criticisms about the book are due primarily to Dave Diamond's contributions, which thankfully, are minimal. Dave pretty much interjects his own italicized dialog with Linus, in a car, in a sauna, which detracts from the otherwise amazing story, but probably highlights the making of the book.Luckily 90 percent of the book was written by Linus; Linus comes across as he is known to be-- direct, honest, and to the point.
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