Appendix A Computer Basics; Introduction - Red Hat LINUX 7.2 Manual

Section A.1:Introduction
A Computer Basics
A.1 Introduction
Linux is no longer a "hackers'" operating system. People with all levels of computer knowledge can
easily use it now. With this in mind, we thought it might be useful to provide some rudimentary
computer usage information, covering the very basics of daily computer usage, for the brand-new
computer user.
• For a list of general computer terms see Section A.1.1, Basic Computer Terminology.
• To learn how to copy text from one place to another see Section A.1.2, How to Cut and Paste Text
• If you are using a two-button mouse, see Section A.1.3, How to Emulate a Three-button Mouse.
• For tips on screen savers and desktop themes, see Section A.1.4, Using Screen Savers and Desktop
Themes.
• To learn a little about using a Web browser, see Section A.1.5, Basic Web Browser Navigation.
• For tips on email etiquette, see Section A.1.6, Email Etiquette.
• To learn how to attach a file to an email, see Section A.1.7, How to Attach a File to an Email.
• For instructions on creating files and directories, see Section A.1.8, Creating Files and Directories.
• For instructions on saving, naming, and finding files, see Section A.1.9, Saving, Naming, and
Finding Files.
• And for an explanation of the Linux file system, see Section A.1.10, File System Structure.
A.1.1 Basic Computer Terminology
applet
a small application or program.
backup
a copy of a file or disk.
boot
to start a computer.
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