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* The Internet has become part of our daily lives. Although we use it every day, few of us have a real understanding of the underlying technologies.
* This course introduceswill introduce and teach you:** The How to interact with the Linux/Unix operating system from the command line** Networking concepts, such as connecting to a remote server through a client program running on a local computer** Automation of simple tasks through scripting
* Think of this course as '''learning how to text the Linux/Unix operating system'''. So while it may seem strange at first, you will get it after a while and before you know it, you will get more automation done with fewer keystrokes.
* Topics such as course introduction, evaluation policies, student conduct, and where to obtain notes/resources are usually discussed in the first class.
== Definition - What is an Operating Systems System? ==
A computer can’t do anything useful without a program — a program is defined as data and a list of instructions to follow.
* Enforcing basic system security
== Evolution of Unix and Linux ==
=== Unix OS ===
The Matrix server consists of many PCs connected together to form a Linux cluster. A cluster is a cost effective alternative to mainframe computing.
* Note that the workstations in the labs form part of the Matrix group. When you boot (startup) a PC in a S@Y lab, you are given the choice of starting Windows or starting Linux.