Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the bare minimum of Unix that I should learn?  Try this.
   
2. I have a bunch of files and want to email to transfer conveniently from my Linux/MacOS. How do I do this?  What you probably want is to create a compressed archive of the files.  I recommend the tar (tape archive) command.  It's been around since the time when tapes were commonly used.
3. How can I access my computer account when I'm in my dorm room, the library, or Cameroon?  You need need to use a secure shell.