Learn all the command lines for all Linux shells in this one-stop guide
There's a lot to be said for going back to basics. Not only does this Bible give you a quick refresher on the structure of open-source Linux software, it also shows you how to bypass the hefty graphical user interface on Linux systems and start interacting the fast and efficient way--with command lines and automated scripts. You'll learn how to manage files on the filesystem, start and stop programs, use databases, even do Web programming--without a GUI--with this one-stop resource.
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Understand the Linux desktop and various command-line parameters
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Learn filesystem navigation, file handling, and the basics of bash shell commands
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Write shell scripts to automate routine functions and reports
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Harness nesting loops and structured commands
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Monitor programs, master file permissions, and make queries
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Run scripts in background mode and schedule jobs
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Use sed, gawk, and regular expressions
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Explore all alternate shells, including ash, tcsh, ksh, korn, and zsh
Richard Blum