Linuxables: Intro to Linux Command Line

“This is the first in a series of a “Linuxables,” short, quickly
consumable tutorials that can provide easy reference while at work
or at home. We hope they’re useful for you. Let us know in
comments.

“Ah, the Linux command line – that of which myths and legends
are made. It is that frightening beast that keeps so many users
from trying Linux. After all, everyone knows you MUST use the
command line if you want Linux as your operating system. Not so. In
fact, you could install Linux, never touch the command line, and
have an amazing experience. But there are times when you will want
to have that extra power at your fingertips. And when that time
comes, you want to be prepared for it. The Linux command line is
not all that difficult…you’re not programming in assembly after
all.

“It is my intent, in this first series of “Linuxables,” to
introduce you to the Linux command line interface (often referred
to as the CLI) in such a way as to alleviate any hesitations
related to this versatile, powerful administrative tool. I’ll cover
what is the command line and its basic structure in this first
piece.”

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