The Unix Operating System

Goals

This course teaches the basic working environment of a Unix system. It introduces commonly required operations that can be performed by entering commands interactively at a terminal.

• Use Unix shell techniques and commands to maintain collections of files
• Create files using interactive editor utilities
• Create and execute basic command procedures
• Communicate with other users by using built-in Unix utilities
• Tailor the interactive environment to meet users' needs

Audience

This class is designed for anyone who expects to be working with the Unix system.

Duration

Prerequisites

Though the course is introductory in nature, experience with another interactive system would be helpful.

Contents

The file structure
Creating files and directories
Navigating the file structure
Copying files
Moving (renaming) files
Printing files
Editing capabilities
Techniques for using the shell (command interface)
Pipes and filters
Multi-user capabilities
Process control
Security issues

Format

Schedule