Linux for newbies

["Matt Atkins" <matthewsatkins () msn com>]

First of all, I want to tell all of you what a great mailing list this is.  
I am just starting to scratch the surface of network security, and this list 
is the major source of my information, ideas, and motivation to learn.

In my first of many posts, I would like to ask the group what flavor of 
Linux is recommended for a newbie.  I have no experience with Linux, and 
want to teach myself the ins and outs.  I will probably be purchasing a book 
or 2 to help get things off the ground, so a good book recommendation would 
also be appreciated.

Thanks in advance and I look forward to your suggestions.

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