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Raspberry Pi For Dummies, 3rd Edition
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Raspberry Pi For Dummies, 3rd Edition

by Sean McManus, Mike Cook
September 2017
Beginner
504 pages
11h 40m
English
For Dummies
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Part 2

Getting Started with Linux

IN THIS PART …

Use the PIXEL desktop environment to manage the files and start the programs on your Raspberry Pi.

Surf the web and manage bookmarks for your favorite sites.

Watch slide shows with the Image Viewer and use it to rotate your photos.

Explore your Linux system and get to know the directory tree and file structure.

Back up your Raspberry Pi's SD or MicroSD card.

Use the Linux shell to organize, copy, and delete files on your SD or MicroSD card, and to manage user accounts.

Use the desktop or the shell to discover, download, and install new software.

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