UNIX Tutorial (Second Edition)

Author: Syed Mansoor Sarwar [USA]
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book provides an in-depth yet accessible analysis of the UNIX operating system, systematically introducing its various aspects. The main content includes: shell operations, text file editing, email sending and receiving, UNIX file and file system operations, input/output management, process management, network management, and programming for common shells. The appendices thoroughly cover UNIX terminal commands, command parameters, and options. Carefully designed in-chapter exercises and end-of-chapter problems help readers consolidate new commands, primitives, and concepts. The second edition retains the features of the previous version while adding new content such as quick start guides, graphical Kmail, compiling C++ and Java programs, directory access permissions, UNIX FIFOs, and more. Additionally, it includes a significant number of exercises and problems. The book features a clear and unique organizational structure, meticulous explanations, and excellent examples, helping beginners quickly master the UNIX operating system and enhance their understanding of fundamental operating system principles. It is suitable as a textbook or reference book for undergraduate students in computer science at universities and colleges.