I've decided to bite the bullet and learn Linux, Apache etc.

I have been using windows/dos based computer since 1987 so I'm not a computer newbie. However, linux is a different environment with all new commands and ways to do things.

I get the feeling that the more linux and apache that I learn, the more I'll be able to do with websites. At least I'll understand the mechanics of what goes on behind websites etc.

When I hear the "experts" talk about SEO and getting their websites highly ranked I get a strong sense that they know linux and apache thoroughly. They're talking in much greater depth than just php and mysql development.

When I first logged on to my linux boxes I was completely blind to the whole structure of how the operating systems works. After doing some research, reading my linux book, and going to two Losurs Meetings, I am starting to get the flow of how linux works.

Is it giving me ideas for building a better website? Not yet. However, it's giving me a great deal more comfort in knowing what's going on in my servers. That's nice peace of mind.

I am confident that as I learn more linux, it will help me to build better websites etc.

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