What is the quickest way to learn LINUX?

I have to do a project in Linux. Is there a quick, easy and human way of learning all this stuff? With respect to the contributors of this system, they've done a good job and plenty, but I am lost at the moment with so many products and versions.

Where is the beginning, where are the basics, is there instruction manual in few pages, because it is tooo much all over the web? Are there any free video tutorials? Thank you!What is the quickest way to learn LINUX?
with regards to LINUX thing, I always refer on this site... http://www.linux.ie/newusers/beginners-linux-guide/

this site contains the following stuff:



Installing the Operating System

* General Information on Installing the OS

* Partitioning your Hard Drive for the Linux Installation

* Booting Up

* The install process



Using the Command Shell

* About shells

* Basic Shell Commands, move, copy, etc.

* Using the emacs text editor

* Using the vi text editor

* Setting up the executable path

* Jumping to the last directory you were in

* Finding out how much space a dir takes up

* Giving an app more processing time

* Uncompressing tgz files

* Using the ftp client

* Using the ps command to view processes

* Using the find command

General Information

* What the root directories hold



Configuring Hardware

* Setting up Plug and Play Devices

* Setting up the Awe 16/32/64 PnP Card in Linux

* Setting up a Modem in Linux

* Setting up a wheelmouse



Becoming a Super User

* Introduction for SU candidates

* Setting up an Internet Connection



I do hope this would help a lot in your journey with Linux.What is the quickest way to learn LINUX?
start by going to

http://www.linux.com

and

http://www.linuxcommand.org/learning_the鈥?/a>What is the quickest way to learn LINUX?
A linux live boot disc might be a better option to start with as you dont need to install it, and it lets you get the feel for the system - its great if you only have the one pc and dont want to wipe xp off it. Just google 'linux live cd', you'll find quite a few.
I think john's second link is awesome... jus start with it.

Well install any linux OS you have and get started.... try commands and then slowly will get used to it.



Good luck ...!