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Designed for first-time and experienced users, this book describes the UNIX®programming environment and philosophy in detail. Readers will gain an understanding not only of how to use the system, its components, and the programs, but also how these fit into the total environment.

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Designed for first-time and experienced users, this book describes the UNIX® programming environment and philosophy in detail.Readers will gain an understanding not only of how to use the system, its components, and the programs, but also how these fit into the total environment.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Prentice-Hall; First Edition (November 1, 1983)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 376 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 013937681X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0139376818
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.16 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.75 x 9.25 inches
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