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| Linux (Red Hat) Introduction |
| Course Number: 76502 |
| Category: Networks & Operating Systems |
| Duration: 1.00 day |
Description
This course is designed as an Introduction to Linux and the Gnome desktop for the student who needs to learn the basics about the Linux operating system. Students will learn how to log in and out of Linux and will learn how to effectively use windows and desktops. In addition, students will use the Gnome environment to manage information, work with Linux programs, customize the desktop, and access and browse the Web. Students will also have opportunity to explore the command line, which is an alternative environment for working with Linux.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisite courses required for this course; however, it would be helpful to have a basic knowledge of computer concepts, including an understanding of the function of operating systems. No Linux knowledge is assumed.
Target Audience
Students enrolling in this course should have a basic knowledge of personal computers. Students will probably get the most out of this course if they want to learn the basics of working with the Linux operating system.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Log in and log out of Linux, identify the components of the Linux desktop, and access basic Linux features.
- Control multiple windows and move among desktop areas.
- Use the File Manager to manage files and directories.
- Work with a variety of applications that are included with the Red Hat Linux distribution and use common program techniques.
- Gain experience working in the Linux command line environment.
- Customize the Linux desktop to best suit their needs.
- Access the Internet and use the basic functions of the Netscape Communicator environment.
Outline
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Linux
- A Brief History of Linux
- Starting Linux
- The Gnome Desktop
- Logging Out
- Lesson 2: Working With Windows and Desktops
- Working with Windows
- Working with Desktop Areas
- Getting Help
- Lesson 3: Managing Files in Linux
- The File System
- The Gnome File Manager
- Managing Your Files
- Other Things To Do With Files
- Lesson 4: Linux Applications
- Using gnotepad+
- Using XPaint
- Using Other Linux Applications
- Lesson 5: The Command Line Environment
- Working with the Command Line
- Lesson 6: Customizing Linux Settings
- Customizing Desktop Settings
- Customizing the Gnome Panel
- Lesson 7: Using Linux to Browse the Web
- Orientation to the Internet and World Wide Web
- Browsing the Web
- Using Bookmarks on the Web
- Searching the Web
- Appendix A: Working with Floppy Disks
- Appendix B: Linux Security