| Lesson 3: Files and Folders On Your Linux Desktop  | A basic step-by-step guide for new Linux desktop users, with screen shots, on the file system on your Linux desktop. | |
| The File System on Linux Desktop |
The File System on Linux Desktop
One of the most powerful features of a modern computer system is the ability to store data in a form which can be easily retrieved and transported or copied across to other computer systems or media.
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| Ownerships and Permissions on Linux Desktop |
Ownerships and Permissions on Linux Desktop
As the system is set up to handle multiple users concurrently, it needs to have in place mechanisms with which it can control the security and privacy of the file system.
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| Using the File Manager on Linux Desktop |
Using the File Manager on Linux Desktop
In this section a brief description of the File Manager and how to use it is given.
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| Accessing Files and Programs on Linux Desktop |
Accessing Files and Programs on Linux Desktop
Creating New Folders, Copy Files and Folders, Moving Files and Folders, Renaming Files and Folders, Deleting Files and Folders, Viewing and Modifying the Permissions of a File or Folder.
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| The Trash Can on Linux Desktop |
The Trash Can on Linux Desktop
The trash can icon on the desktop contains files and folders which you have deleted using the File Manager or an application run from the desktop.
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| Using A Text Editor on Linux Desktop |
Using A Text Editor on Linux Desktop
While a full-fledged word processor like OpenOffice.org's Writer may be used, it can be an overkill since the sophisticated features and formatting available with a word processor are not needed in many cases.
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