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In course 1 we talked about open source software and the motivation and methods of using it. In course 2, we will introduce you to Linux systems, and help you feel comfortable working at the command line:
What Linux is
Linux history
How to separate the kernel from the entire operating system
Making contributions to the kernel
Graphical system, and how it works
Working at the command line
Filesystem layout, partitions
Monitoring utilities
You will learn what it’s like to work on Linux system, and get a good understanding of the essential skills you need when you work on a daily basis with Linux systems.
