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An Introduction to Linux

Using Linux to manage and administer all the resources, devices, and facilities on a computer

In This Chapter:

Brief History
Knowing the beginnings of the Linux system
Basic Concepts
Learning the prime function and uses of the Linux system
A Linux Process
Understanding how Linux works
Time Slicing Concepts
Allowing multitasking from one central processing unit
Memory Management Basics
Learning the memory management basics
Linux - Files and Directories
Organizing hard disk into multiple partitions
Inode
Creating a table to map file references to actual physical location
Linux Architecture
Layering of files in the Linux OS