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Getting Started with Linux

Getting Started with Linux

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Author(s)

By Mitchell Anicas, Justin Ellingwood and

Introduction

If you are new to Linux and its command line interface, it may seem like a daunting task to get started with it. This series will bring you up to speed with essential Linux basics, and provide a solid foundation for working with Linux servers. If you have little to no knowledge about using Linux, this is where you will want to start.

Tutorials in series

Tutorial

An Introduction to the Linux Terminal

November 14, 2014
9 min read

Tutorial

Linux Navigation and File Management

November 14, 2014
15 min read

Tutorial

An Introduction to Linux Permissions

November 14, 2014
7 min read

Tutorial

An Introduction to Linux I/O Redirection

January 24, 2014
7 min read

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