How to Learn UNIX at Home
The Unix platform was invented in the 1960s and it is an operating system that operates on a command-based interface. Unix is known as a stable platform and is praised for its flexibility and reliability. Learning Unix at home will let you become familiar with program commands without feeling as if you have a corporate manager breathing down your back if you make a mistake. If you have a working knowledge of Unix, it will often make you a more valuable commodity in the workplace.
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Buy several books on learning Unix. One good reference is "Unix in a Nutshell." Another reference is "Unix for Dummies." The latter book references many beginner commands and explains the differences in various platforms. Having books on hand for reference will help you learn Unix at home.
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Set up a Unix platform on a old computer. You will need to download the operating system to your computer. The operating systems are open-sourced systems, which means it is free for the public to download. Each Unix operating system website will describe the download and installation process in detail. Install the operating system. Most people start out on Redhat or Solaris.
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Take an online course to learn Unix. Redhat includes an online tutorial on its website that can help you learn Unix at home. The StaffKit business website also offers online tutorials for learning Unix. These classes let you learn Unix from the comfort of your own home.
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Practice commands on the computer with the Unix operating system. Use the books to learn commands. You can also visit the system's website to learn more about Unix. Learning Unix will take time, so make sure to practice as often as you can.
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Helen Kresl
Nov 09, 2010
I've installed cygwin and vi onto my Windows laptop. I'd like to parse flatfiles eg. csv or world files stored in my C:/../Documents folder using vi. Is this possible?
