Overview of Lab Content

Each lab contains the following information and should be processed in the order listed:

1st Background Information:

1. Background information is supplied to assist with the completion of the labs.
2. The background information should be read prior to completing each week’s prelab.
3. In every lab, spend approximately 10 minutes working on the linux and vim exercises.

2nd Linux and Vim Exercises in Levels

1. This manual is used for three courses: CS162, CS163, CS202, and CS299 (CS299 is for practicing data structures).
2. Level 1 exercises are designed for students new to linux and the MCECS systems. Students enrolled in CS162 should work through level 1 exercises during the term. And, transfer students new to PSU should also work through the level 1 exercises.
3. Level 2 exercises are designed for students who have already worked through level 1 exercises (in CS162). Students enrolled in CS163 should work through level 2 exercises once the level 1 exercises are completed. Students who have taken CS162 at PSU can begin immediately with level 2 exercises.
4. Level 3 exercises are designed for students who have already worked through level 1 and 2 exercises (in CS162 and CS163). Students enrolled in CS202 should work through level 3 exercises once the level 1 and 2 exercises are completed. Students who have taken CS163 at PSU can begin immediately with level 3 exercises.
5. In summary
   • CS162 students begin with level 1 exercises.
   • Transfer students new to PSU also begin with level 1 exercises.
   • CS163 and CS202 who would like a review of the MCECS systems should also start with level 1 and/or level 2 exercises.
   • Otherwise, CS163 students should begin with level 2 exercises.
   • And, CS202 students should begin with level 3 exercises.
   • CS299 students should make sure to cover all three levels if CS162, CS163, and CS202 courses have been taken elsewhere (not at PSU).