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Introduction to Linux

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Chapter 2. Quickstart

In order to get the most out of this guide, we will immediately start with a practical chapter on connecting to the Linux system and doing some basic things.

We will discuss:

  • Connecting to the system

  • Disconnecting from the system

  • Text and graphic mode

  • Changing your password

  • Navigating through the file system

  • Determining file type

  • Looking at text files

  • Finding help

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