Learning Linux

During the vacation I started to get involved in the open source revolution with some attempts to use 'Linux From Scratch'.But i later found out that it was a long procedure and even though code lines are given we should be able to find our ways through the terminal and know basic command line parameters.This requires a lot of research into the basic organisation and working of a Linux system,which is a very time consuming process.So I found out another alternative,that is specific to Ubuntu installation-Reconstructor Installing the reconstructor through the bundled Add/Remove software utility was simple and using it was a lot more simple since it has a wizard like interface with options to customise everything from boot screen and logo to installing our own themes and some fancy features like transparency or to change the default font&font size.I tried some of its features and compiled an ISO image.The only downside I feel is that it works only under a Linux installation and a better way around is to use a virutal machine with Ubuntu installed as Reconstructor is built for Ubuntu.Later I installed 'my version' in a virtual machine and tested it too ! ! using my own customised version was a great experince for me.With a little bit more of effort I think I can add some more features to look a different form normal Ubuntu installations.