UNIX clearly explained

To many potential users, Unix can appear outright hostile. Much of this hostility is the result of disorientation that occurs when a user is faced with a multitude of commands. As you begin to learn Unix, it is very easy to become lost, resulting in a situation where you have little or no idea of how anything works. This text presents a working model for the major features or Unix. Once you have a familiar model to work from, it is easy to explore the many features o f Unix in depth, as needed. Once you know Unix, you will find it intriguingly powerful and versatile.

In this book, you will learn:

• Commands for managing files, directories, executing tasks, and GUI interfaces, specific to the Unix operating system
  
• The major Unix shells including Bourne, Korn, C-shell, BASH, TCSH, and the Z shell. Features and configuration methods forr each are explained in detail
  
• Detailed presentation of Unix filters used for editing, data management, and file operations with numerous examples and figures
  
• Both the Vi and Emacs editors, presented with particular attention paid to concepts helpful in learning their unique capabilities and features
  
• Extensive tables provided for each topic as well as numerous figures and examples