An Introduction to the Linux Command Shell in pdf

The purpose of this document is to provide the reader with a fast and simple introduction to using the Linux command shell and some of its basic utilities. It is assumed that the reader has zero or very limited exposure to the Linux command prompt. This document is designed to accompany an instructor-led tutorial on this subject, and therefore some details have been left out. Explanations, practical examples, and references to DOS commands are made, where appropriate.

Contents

• Introduction
• Getting Help
• Navigating the Linux Filesystem
• Piping and Re-Direction
• Other Linux Commands
• Further Reading