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A. F. SheikhCompTIA Linux+ Certification CompanionCertification Study Companion Serieshttps://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-0128-0_9

9. Working with Linux: Part 1

Ahmed F. Sheikh1  
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Miami, FL, USA
 

In this chapter, you will gain an understanding of foundational concepts related to customizing environment variables and managing Linux using shell commands and help resources.

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to
  1. 1.

    Discuss kernels, terminals, and shells

     
  2. 2.

    Customize environment variables

     
  3. 3.

    Use shell commands to manage Linux

     
  4. 4.

    Use help resources to manage Linux

     

Kernels, Terminals, and Shells

Before the chapter begins, it is important to understand a few basics ...

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