UNIX 101

Get to know UNIX and be the envy of your friends!

This is the first in a series of seminars that cover the use of the UNIX Operating System. UNIX is used in a variety of applications, both in academia and industry. We will provide you with hands-on experience with the Math Faculty's UNIX environment in this seminar.

Topics that will be discussed include:

• Navigating the UNIX environment
• Using common UNIX commands
• Using the PICO text editor
• Reading electronic mail and news with PINE

If you do not have a Math computer account, don't panic; one will be lent to you for the duration of this class.