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Here are five well written and illustrated Workshop Tutorials from the Univeristy of Washington's Walk-In Workshops covering Unix, Linux, Networking, Windows Troubleshooting, and Macintosh OS Troubleshooting. Both beginning and advanced functionalities are covered by these Operating Systems & Networking workshop tutorials.

Workshop Tutorials for Unix, Linux, Networking, and Windows Troubleshooting


Introduction to Unix

Unix is the preferred OS among techies everywhere. In this introductory workshop you will learn how to accomplish the basics using this operating system, including common tasks such as email, Web publishing, and shell programming. Unix is designed to be fast and easy to use. Other topics include: command line interfaces, text editors, file system interfaces, X Windows, and more on the Unix operating system.

  System
   Getting Work Done
   Redirection
   Useful Commands
   Shells & Editors

  X Windows
   What Are They??
   Popular Programs

  Getting Information
   Command Line

Linux Installation

Linux is a freely distributed, alternative, operating system, that can juice up any computer system, old or new, with streamlined and customized operations. In this introductory workshop you will learn about the basic Linux distributions and determine how, what and where you are installing as well as what kind of networking information you need to prepare your server/workstation.

  Choosing a Distribution
   Popular Distributions
   Obtaining the OS
   Burning Images

  Installing Redhat
   Installation Classes
   Partitioning
   Boot Loader
   Network
   Firewall
   Language Support
   Time Zone
   The Root Password
   Package Selection

Basic Networking

Networking is a way for multiple computers to communicate and share data with one another through either a wired or wireless connection. In this overview of the basics you will learn about modern day networking technology, and develop the necessary skills to build your own home network. Other topics include: network components, cabling schemes, wiring methodology, and workstation configuration. Learn these basics and get your computer connected with other computers and help others do it too.

  Home Networks
   The OSI Model
   Network Components
   Network Terms
   Transmission Mediums
   Necessities
   Wiring Schemes
   Making Cat-5
   WEP

  Workstation Setup
   Windows
   Macintosh OS

Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows Based Computers

Fixing common problems on your PC yourself can actually be less challenging than dealing with online and telephone technical support. In this troubleshooting workshop, learn how to diagnose hardware and software problems and make repairs to your own computer. Other topics include: tips for addressing physical malfunctions, Windows problems, and application errors.

  Hardware
   Parts & Vocabulary
   Strategies
   Replacing Hardware
   The BIOS
   Common Problems

  The OS
   Environment Basics
   Control Panel
   MS Config
   Registry
   Common Problems
   Maintenance

Troubleshooting Apple Computers and the Macintosh Operating System Even though the Mac OS is considered user-friendly and stable, problems can still occur. In this troubleshooting workshop you will learn how to fix common, basic issues. Other workshop topics will include: hardware malfunctions, startup problems, the system folder, and common application errors.

 Hardware
   Parts & Vocabulary
   Strategies
   Replacing Hardware
   Common Problems

  The Mac OS
   Environment Basics
   System Preferences
   System Folder
   Extensions
   Preferences
   PRAM

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