basic linux training class online

[Brian Kelsay]

http://www.basiclinux.net/

Basic Linux TrainingT is a brief, introductory level course written
specifically for those coming from a DOS/Windows background, without any
knowledge of Unix or programming. (Those coming from Apple/Mac are welcome
and should get a lot out of this course despite the orientation. Just be
aware that Mac users have always been rare on the mailing list so you'll
almost certainly have to supplement this course with other Mac users who
have Linux installed.) The course is designed to be used with virtually any
introductory Linux textbook, and is vendor and distribution neutral.

The lessons cover the initial installation and configuration of GNU/Linux on
your PC. They begin with a brief overview of the history and origins of
UNIX, GNU, and Linux, describing the 'philosophy' underlying the system
design. The lessons also address the choice of a distribution, preparing
your hard disk, and the actual installation of the base system. Once the
basic system is properly installed and configured, we continue with lessons
on making your ISP connection, adding additional programs, setting up the
graphical user interface, rebuilding the kernel, updating software packages,
understanding the filesystem, the basic commands and programs, and the
essentials of administering your new system. There are also lessons to give
you a more in-depth introduction to shells and shell programming, booting
and boot managers, XFree86 and X applications, networking, text editors,
programming tools, bug tracking, software testing, security, customizing
your system the way you want it, and tips for performance tuning.