TheAlternative.ch - LinuxDays HS15 - Linux in Practice course 1
In this course, Sandro Kalbermatter shows how to use the most frequently used Linux commands in the console. This is course 1/2. Topics covered:
how to read bash's output
copy-paste in the terminal
cancel a running command using Ctrl+C
how to get help efficiently (includeing man)
become superuser (root, "administrator") (including sudo, su, Ctrl+D) and get back to normal
the package manager, software sources, repositories (zypper)
autocomplete (Tab, Tab-Tab)
text editing from the console (nano)
navigating through folders (lincluding ls, cd, .., absolute vs. relative paths)
viewing contents of files (including less, more, cat)
managing files and folders (including mkdir, rmdir, cp, mv, rm)
a quick glance at sudoers and visudo
where programs are installed (including whereis, which)
hardlinks and symlinks (including ln)
This course is part of the LinuxDays of the student association TheAlternative.ch, the digital arm of [project21]. In the digital age, we want to draw attention to a sustainable interaction with knowledge and culture. We want to encourage usage and comprehension of Free and Open Source Software (also known as FOSS) as an alternative to proprietary software, as well as promote similar open alternatives in other areas.
Our LinuxDays are a series of events designed to introduce Linux to beginners and help those who already have it enhance their knowledge. They are created mainly for users of other operating systems who want to discover and/or eventually switch to Linux. We start all the way from the bottom and guide you on your way up to a safer and more comfortable digital lifestyle.
In our courses, we cover philosophical aspects as well as technical content. Users already familiar to Linux can jump in at any time to learn more about the wonders of Linux and Free Software. During our Install Events, we will personally assist you in installing Linux on your laptop. Don't worry - of course you can keep your existing OS and additionally use Linux if you want to.
After visiting our courses, you will not only have an easy-to-use and efficient operating system on your computer, but also know how to get the best out of it and find more information on your own in case you are enticed with Linux. You don't have to worry about the limits and costs of proprietary software anymore.
All students of Zürich may attend our events for free. In consideration of international participants, all courses are held in English.