Linux: Text Streams

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Summary:

This training course shows users basic Linux commands for editing, filtering, and manipulating text.

Objectives:

After completing this training course , students will be able to:

Use the sed command to filter text
Use the sort utility
Cut and paste text
Divide files using pr and split
Direct output using pipes, tee, and xargs

Outline:

Filtering Text with sed
Sorting Text with sort
Selecting Characters with cut and paste
Viewing Partial Files
Editing Text with fmt
Using join
Modifying Tabs and Line Numbers
Dividing Files with pr and split
Editing File Contents with tr
Counting Words
Understanding Input and Output
Redirecting Output
Directing Output Using Pipes
Using tee and xargs

Features:

Exercises that allow users to practice the application
A file containing the text of the exercises
Activities that allow users to apply training course concepts in an interactive questioning environment
A glossary
A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This training course is for anyone who is interested in learning the fundamentals of the Linux operating system.

Prerequisites:

Linux: Partitions and the Boot ProcessLinux: File ManagementLinux: GNU and Linux CommandsLinux: File System MaintenanceLinux: Users and Groups

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. Authorware and Macromedia Flash player recommended but not required. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

Copyright Information:

Linux® is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.

Terms of Use:

None