Summary of common Unix commands

Abstract

Describes commands commonly used in Unix-type operating systems.

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Table of Contents

1. How to use this document

2. Typographical conventions

3. Parts of a command

4. Organizing your files

4.1. Commands for the current working directory
4.2. Working with directories
4.3. Controlling access to your account
4.4. Controlling access to your files

5. Controlling multiple processes

1. How to use this document

An online tutorial accompanies this list of commands. These web pages will introduce you to the basic concepts of Unix commands. The rest of this document will serve as a reference.