| Linux Shell Scripting Tutorial (LSST) v1.05r3 | ||
| Chapter 1: Introduction : Linux Shell basics | ||
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To use the shell you simply type commands. A command is a computer program to built perform a specific task. Examples of commands include:
If you started your Linux system in text mode, you start to use the shell as soon as you log in. If you started in a graphical mode, such as the Gnome desktop, you can open a shell by going to Applications >> System Tools >> Terminal. Alternatively, you can switch to a virtual console by pressing Ctrl-Alt-F1 and logging in.
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