Linux Red Hat: Introduction

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Overview

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 Student

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. Performance-Based Objectives

Lesson objectives help students become comfortable with the course, and also provide a means to evaluate learning. 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.

Delivery Method

Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities. What's next

Linux (Red Hat): Introduction is the only course in this series. Students who want more in-depth instruction on Linux might be interested in Linux Workstation ((077 502), a 2-day book, with a focus on interacting from the command line environment. Students who want to develop greater expertise with Netscape Communicator might wish to pursue Netscape Communicator 4.7: Introduction (076 932).

Course duration 1 Day(s) Course 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

Platform Requirements Hardware/software Requirements

At least 16 megabytes (MB) of Random Access Memory (RAM) (at least 32MB are recommended).
At least 1.2 GB of free hard-disk space. (More or less space will be required, depending on the options you choose to install.)
Any 386, 486, Pentium, Pentium Pro, Pentium II or better, or a compatible PC or clone (Pentium recommended).
A VGA or higher resolution video card and monitor, with at least 800 x 600 resolution.
A mouse or compatible tracking device.
A 3.5" 1.44 MB floppy-disk drive.
A CD-ROM drive.
Red Hat 6.2 Linux. We used the Red Hat 6.2 (Hedwig-i386 version a) CD-ROM version of Linux to develop this course.
A full Internet connection for each workstation, either directly through a network or by dialing in to an access provider.

See your reference manual for hardware considerations that apply to your specific hardware setup.

Please contact your training representative for more details on having this course delivered onsite or online

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