Product Description: First published in 1997. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Features 15 contributors who argue that technical change can fruitfully be interpreted as an institutionally-structured learning process. These essays show that the analysis of knowledge-generating institutions provides insights into the pace, direction and persistence of technological change.

Down to Earth Sociology, Introductory Readings is a reader that supplements the traditional introductory sociology text. Now in its eleventh edition, it has been revised to include exciting new material for the introductory course as well as classic articles that all sociology students should have. Fascinating and easy to read, this widely used book focuses on participant observation--giving students a sense of "being there" as some of our field's top practitioners make and report on their investigations. The articles examine diverse topics ranging from the sociology of gender, power, politics, sports, religion and wealth to the contemporary crises of violent crime, poverty, homelessness and AIDS. Also available is an instructor's Manual that contains suggestions for how to teach each selection and a printed test bank and an electronic test item file that offer challenging questions to measure students' comprehension and knowledge.

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A step-by-step guide for UNIX operators covers everything from installation through such advanced features as troubleshooting and programming, and places special emphasis on communications and connectivity. Original. (All Users).

Focusing on the latest Red Hat and Caldera versions of Linux, this valuable reference presents a task-oriented approach to Linux system administration and applications, as well as new sections on Linux desktops and programming, networking, Internet access, the latest kernel, and tools, commands, and utilities. Original. (Advanced)