LabEx VM Terminal Interface

Common terminal commands you’ll use:

# File and Directory Operations
ls -la           # List all files with details
cd /path/to/dir  # Change directory
mkdir new-dir    # Create directory
rm -rf dir       # Remove directory

# System Information
uname -a         # System information
df -h            # Disk usage
top              # Process monitor

You can use various text editors:

1. Vim:

vim filename.txt  # Open/create file in Vim

2. Nano:

nano filename.txt # Open/create file in Nano

Both editors are pre-installed and ready to use.

Install and manage software packages:

# Update package list
sudo apt update

# Install new packages
sudo apt install package-name

# Remove packages
sudo apt remove package-name

# Search for packages
apt search keyword

TTYD supports several methods for copy/paste:

1. Using Mouse:

   • Select text to copy
   • Right-click to paste

2. Using Keyboard:

   • Copy: Ctrl+Insert or Ctrl+Shift+C
   • Paste: Shift+Insert or Ctrl+Shift+V

Note: Actual shortcuts may vary depending on your browser and operating system.

Yes, you can transfer files using command-line tools:

1. For text content:

   • Copy and paste directly into the terminal
   • Use text editors to create and modify files

2. For binary files:

   • Use the WebIDE interface for file uploads/downloads
   • Switch to the WebIDE tab for file management operations

Remember that all files are temporary and will be lost when your session ends.

You can install software using apt:

# Update package list
sudo apt update

# Install software
sudo apt install package-name

Note that:

1. Installations are temporary and will be reset when your session ends
2. You have full sudo privileges for package management
3. Only install packages needed for your current lab

The Terminal Interface is ideal when:

1. You need a lightweight environment that loads quickly
2. Your tasks are primarily command-line based
3. You want to focus on terminal commands without GUI distractions
4. You’re working on a low-bandwidth connection
5. You’re completing labs that don’t require graphical interfaces

Consider using Desktop or WebIDE interfaces if you need GUI applications or advanced IDE features.

If your terminal becomes unresponsive:

1. Try pressing Ctrl+C to interrupt the current process
2. Create a new terminal session using the + button
3. If needed, refresh the browser page to reset all sessions

Note that refreshing will close all current terminal sessions and start fresh ones.