R is, at the moment, the cheapest, the broadest, and the most professional statistical computing environment. In addition, it allows data processing automation, import/export to various platforms, extension of functionality and open exchange of scripts/packages. From few years ago, it also allows handling and generation of maps. The official motto of an R guru is: *anything is possible on R*!
I am learning R. It will be very nice if I find some one has interest to share experience with me. You can email me direct at [email protected]. First of all you can start with a book which is call the Bible of R. That is *The R Book by Michael J. Crawley*. The book is not free but you can find in web. If not contract me, I will manage to send you a copy. -- *Nabir Mamnun* Research Officer *Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS)* -- Ubuntu Bangladesh https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bd
