If you're tired of paying prohibitive licensing fees, consider the (free) Linux operating system. Formerly the province of computer geeks, Linux is ready for everyday use, especially when coupled with KDE, a powerful (Windows-like) desktop. And, with the advent of the OpenOffice and StarOffice suites, there's now a real alternative to Microsoft Office. With Linux in the Workplace as your guide, you'll be on your way to using Linux's many free programs to perform a variety of office tasks, such as word processing, building presentations, sending email, and browsing the Internet. Clear, non-technical examples show you how to use Linux, the KDE desktop, and Linux software to: Prepare documents, build spreadsheets, and create charts and presentations using OpenOffice and StarOffice; Connect to the Internet and create web pages; Create and manipulate graphics using the GIMP and other drawing programs; Streamline day-to-day tasks with a personal information manager, calendar, and scheduler; Transfer information between your PDA and desktop; Send and receive email and subscribe to newsgroups. Discover for yourself what millions of people already know about Linux and open-source software. Put Linux to work for you. - Publisher.