Unix

What is Unix?

Unix is a popular operating system that is accessed via the command line.

It Allows for Efficient Navigation without the need for a file explorer.
You can and Access, Maniuplate, and Share files with simple lines of code
You can Work with multiple operating systems, unlocking the potential to run any script.

Unix and Linux are very similar. The key difference is that linux is an Open Source Software, while Unix is commonly payed for and used in Institutions and Organizations.

Note: The information provided in this guide is largely applicable when utilizing any terminal for file navigation.

In addition to these guides, there are many CSU courses and free resources available for learning Unix.

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Here are some of the free resources available organized by category.

Resource	Author / Provider	Best for (goal)	Level
Allison: Unix/Linux and Shell Scirpting - Crash Course	Allison	Familiarizing yourself with basic Unix Commands	Beginner
Udemy - Unix Courses (Paywalled)	Udemy	Achieving a well based understanding of Unix	Beginner - Advanced

Resource	Author / Provider	Best for (goal)	Level
GeeksforGeeks: Introduction to Unix System	GeeksforGeeks	Developing a basic understanding of Unix Code	New to Programming

Resource	Author / Provider	Best for (goal)	Level
Maximus Mcollough: Setting up Multiple Display Monitors and Settings in Linux	Maximus Mcollough	Learning how to connect multiple monitors to one laptop with Unix	Intermediate

Resource	Author / Provider	Best for (goal)	Level
The Unix Shell	Carpentry	Introducing oneself to the Unix Shell for Unix software usage	Beginner

Resource	Author / Provider	Best for (goal)	Level
Unix Tutorial: Basic Unix Commands	Unix Tutorial	Learning essential Unix Commands and what they do	Beginner