Bash basics
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Introducing the basics of using Bash, these tutorials will give you an excellent base to explore and administer your VPS.
The articles are designed to be read in order as each one builds on the concepts and commands previously introduced but feel free to dip in and out at your convenience.
It's easy to forget that we all have to start somewhere. Don't be afraid to ask questions or to experiment with your VPS. The initial effort is rewarded very quickly.
Bash Basics:
Who, where and what: Here we find out who we are, who they are, where we are and what is there.
Bash 'man' command: This article concentrates on the essential skill of interpreting the 'man' command.
Directory manipulation: Now we get to create directories, change their name, create more and then destroy them.
File manipulation: Easy file manipulation of files is an essential part of our administration.
Command line text editors:
Introducing the nano text editor: As you worked through the previous article, you may have realised that the techniques shown have limitations.
Bash configuration:
History in the making: Many people do not realise but Bash actually keeps a record of the most recent commands you used.
Use your local bin: Having a local 'bin' for your personal scripts is a great time saver and keeps all your executable files in one place.
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