economics

Hey guys! This friend of mine is in trouble as of late - with Economics. Can you guys recommend the most easiest book with which he can learn economics - specially in Indian context? I'm sure there are many out there who have trouble understanding basic economics regardless of the age. I...

Hi...does anyone know the web-sites where i can find the matter related to Economics w.r.t indian economy?

I just can't understand the economics of free software. I mean how can companies like WinAmp, Opera and LimeWire sustain themselves and hire people when they sell their software for free... I mean they should be bankrupt by now.. I don't think people ever buy the PRO versions of these softwares...