How To Set Linux In System? And How To Use?

Using Linux can be a rewarding experience, especially if you're interested in learning more about how computers work or if you want a highly customizable, secure, and efficient operating system.

Here’s a beginner’s guide on how to get started with Linux:

1. Choose a Distribution (Distro): Linux comes in many flavors, so choosing a distribution (distro) is your first step. Some distros are designed to be more user-friendly, while others are for advanced users.
Here are a few beginner-friendly distros:

Ubuntu: Great for beginners, with a large community and lots of support.
Linux Mint: Known for its user-friendly interface that resembles Windows.
Fedora: Offers the latest software and cutting-edge features.
Zorin OS: Great for people switching from Windows because of its familiar interface.
You can download the ISO files for these distros from their websites.

2. Installing Linux: Once you’ve selected a distro, you'll need to create a bootable USB drive to install Linux.

Here's how:
Download the ISO file of the distro you want.
Use a tool like Rufus (on Windows) or Etcher (on macOS/Linux) to create a bootable USB stick from the ISO.
Insert the USB drive into the computer where you want to install Linux.

3. Understanding the Linux File System
The Linux file system is a bit different from Windows. Here are some key directories:

/home: This is where user data is stored.
/etc: Configuration files.
/bin: Essential command binaries.
/usr: Application software and libraries.
/var: Variable data like logs.
/root: The home directory for the root user.

4. Basic Terminal Commands One of the most powerful parts of Linux is the terminal (command line). Here are some basic commands to start with:

ls: List the contents of a directory.
cd [directory]: Change directory.
pwd: Show the current directory.
mkdir [directory_name]: Create a new directory.
touch [file_name]: Create a new file.
cp [source] [destination]: Copy files or directories.
mv [source] [destination]: Move or rename files or directories.
rm [file_name]: Delete a file.
sudo [command]: Run a command with superuser privileges (use carefully).

5. Package Management Linux uses package managers to install and update software:

Ubuntu/Debian (apt): Use sudo apt update to refresh the package list and sudo apt install [package_name] to install software.
Fedora (dnf): Use sudo dnf install [package_name] to install software.

6. Using Graphical User Interface (GUI) Most distros come with a graphical user interface (GUI) similar to Windows or macOS:

File Manager: Navigate your files.
Terminal: Open it for command-line operations.
Software Center: Install software with a GUI.

8. Customizing Your Environment You can customize the look and feel of your Linux environment:

Desktop Environment (DE): Choose between GNOME, KDE Plasma, Xfce, etc.
Themes and Icons: You can change these for a more personalized look.
Would you like specific help with any of these steps, or need help with something else on Linux?

Steps to Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts in Linux:

Creating custom keyboard shortcuts in Linux can be done easily through your desktop environment's settings. Here's how to create keyboard shortcuts in some of the most popular desktop environments:

1. GNOME (Ubuntu, Fedora, etc.)

• Open Settings: Press Super (Windows key) and type Settings, then open it.
• Navigate to Keyboard Shortcuts: In the left sidebar, click on Keyboard (or Devices > Keyboard depending on your version).
• Scroll Down to the Custom Shortcuts: At the bottom of the list, you’ll see a section called Custom Shortcuts. Click on it.
• Add a New Shortcut: Click on the + button to add a new custom shortcut.
• Configure the Shortcut:    Name: Give your shortcut a name (e.g., "Open Terminal").
• Command: Enter the command you want to run (e.g., gnome-terminal to open the terminal).
• Shortcut: Click on the area next to the shortcut and press the key combination you want to assign (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + T).
• Save: Click Add to save the shortcut.

2. KDE Plasma (Kubuntu, Manjaro KDE, etc.)

• Open System Settings: Press Super (Windows key) and type System Settings, then open it.
• Navigate to Shortcuts: In the System Settings window, click on Shortcuts under the Workspace section.
• Global Shortcuts: Click on Custom Shortcuts.
• Create a New Shortcut: Click on the Edit button in the bottom left and select New > Global Shortcut > Command/URL.
• Configure the Shortcut:    Name: Enter a name for the shortcut (e.g., "Launch Terminal").
• Command/URL: Enter the command to execute (e.g., konsole to open the terminal).
• Trigger: Click on the None field under the Trigger section and press the key combination you want to assign.
• Apply: Click Apply to save your shortcut.

3. Xfce (Xubuntu, Linux Mint Xfce, etc.)

• Open Settings: Press Super and type Settings, then open the Settings Manager.
• Navigate to Keyboard: In the Settings Manager, find and click on Keyboard.
• Application Shortcuts: Click on the Application Shortcuts tab.
• Add a New Shortcut: Click the Add button at the bottom left.
Configure the Shortcut:
• Command: Type the command you want to execute (e.g., xfce4-terminal to open the terminal).
• Shortcut: A box will appear asking for a key combination. Press the keys you want to assign (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + T).
• Save: Click OK to save the shortcut.
• Choose a Shortcut Category:
On the left side, you’ll see various categories like Mission Control, Spotlight, Launchpad & Dock, App Shortcuts, and more. If you want to create a shortcut for a specific app, select App Shortcuts.

4. LXQt (Lubuntu, etc.)

• Open LXQt Configuration Center: Press Super (Windows key) and search for LXQt Configuration Center.
• Navigate to Keyboard and Mouse: Click on Keyboard and Mouse under the Preferences section.
• Configure Shortcuts: Click on the Global Keys tab.
• Add a New Shortcut: Click Add at the bottom of the window.
• Configure the Shortcut:
  Command: Enter the command (e.g., lxterminal to open a terminal).
• Key: Press the key combination you want to assign (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + T).
• Save: Click OK or Apply to save the shortcut.

5. Cinnamon (Linux Mint Cinnamon, etc.)

• Open System Settings: Press Super and search for System Settings.
• Navigate to Keyboard: In the System Settings window, click on Keyboard.
• Shortcuts Tab: Click on the Shortcuts tab.
• Add a Custom Shortcut: Scroll to the bottom and click Custom Shortcuts.
• Create a New Shortcut: Click on the + button to add a new custom shortcut.
Configure the Shortcut:
• Name: Enter a name for your shortcut.
• Command: Type the command (e.g., gnome-terminal).
• Shortcut: Click the area next to it and press the keys you want to use (e.g., Ctrl + Alt + T).
• Save: Click Apply to save.

6. Tips for Custom Shortcuts:

• Use Common Commands: If you are unsure of the command for an app, you can often find it by searching the app in your app launcher and right-clicking on it to see its properties.
• Avoid Conflicts: Make sure that your custom shortcuts don’t conflict with default system shortcuts.
• Use & for Background Apps: If you want to run an application in the background (e.g., a text editor or file manager), you can append & to the command.