Hey everyone! I'm diving into 'The Linux Command Line' by William Shotts and I'm curious about how it approaches the material. Does it cover important concepts like the filesystem and permissions in a broader sense, or does it mostly focus on how to interact with those topics specifically through the command line? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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'The Linux Command Line' is definitely a solid resource! It primarily sticks to the command line, but Shotts does encourage readers to explore further topics at the end of each chapter. If you're looking for a deeper understanding of Linux, you might also want to check out the free Linux Foundation's 'Introduction to Linux' course; it offers some great foundational concepts and sample tests that are really useful.
I've seen mentions of 'Linux Bible' and 'How Linux Works' too. Do you think those would complement 'The Linux Command Line'? I want to ensure I'm getting the best foundation possible.
I was unsure about 'Linux Bible' since I started with TLCL. Do you recommend it?
How far along are you in the book so far?
I'm just starting out, currently on chapter 4 about manipulating files and directories.
I've got the book too, and while I haven't read it cover to cover, it feels very much like the Unix courses I took years ago. It emphasizes command line usage but does a great job of making concepts like file systems and permissions relatable. I find using the command line for permissions much quicker! If you're used to graphical interfaces, you might appreciate how this book lays the groundwork for that understanding.
Sounds good! I guess I should supplement it with some extra reading.
Don't forget to check out the resources linked in our community wiki! They're super handy for new Linux users. And remember: always back up your data, experiment in a virtual environment, and make sure you understand each command before hitting Enter!
Thanks, I'll look into that course!