COSC 241 - Introduction to Linux/UNIX

Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3

This course covers the basics of Linux/UNIX for desktop platforms. Topics covered include: file systems; GNOME desktop graphical user interface GUI; X Windows; directory and file management commands; the vi editor and emacs; pipes; filters; permissions; redirection; and shell scripts. Students also get hands-on experience with one or more of the current offerings of Linux/UNIX, such as Red Hat, Solaris, and AIX.

Prerequisite(s): COSC 210 or COSC 131/131L.