[support] List Of Descriptions And Files

[Luke]

Hello

I need to know the best way or ways to achieve something like this.  I 
know that the answer is probably views, but (1) I don't know how to use 
them yet; and (2) if there is a module I haven't found yet, I'd rather use 
that.

I want users to select from a list of categories (taxonomy, I would 
imagine), and for each category receive a list resembling the below.  
Essentially, I am trying to create a library of title, author, short 
description, and direct links to the file or files which are related to 
that description.  I figure that each item will have to be its own node, 
with one or more file attachments, but that is not at all a requirement, 
so if there is another way, I'm open.


The First Test | Bob Jones

This is a detailed record of the first set of tests which Bob performed, 
and also incorporates some biographical information on the test subjects.

[Link to file 1]

Special Project Service Manuals | Security Department

The Security Department's manuals on how to run special projects.

[file download link 1]
[file download link 2]
[...]

Any advice?

Thanks

Luke