2    General User Documentation

This chapter describes the general user documentation, which provides information for all users of the Tru64 UNIX operating system. The books in this category provide introductory information for people who are unfamiliar with Tru64 UNIX, as well as advanced information for the experienced user. Each document is individually described.

Printed books can be purchased from Compaq in the documentation kits described in Section 1.5.

Except for a few externally published manuals, the documentation described here was produced by Compaq writers working closely with the developers of the Tru64 UNIX operating system.

Books identified as revised, were updated with the Version 5.1A release.

2.1    Printed and Online Documentation

The documentation described in this section is provided on the Tru64 UNIX Documentation CD-ROM and in the optional printed documentation kits. For more information on the printed documentation set, see Section 1.5.

2.1.1    CDE Companion

The CDE Companion provides an introduction to Compaq's implementation of the Common Desktop Environment (CDE), an easy method of interacting with the Tru64 UNIX operating system.

For users migrating from DECwindows Motif to CDE, this book serves as an introduction to the new environment, providing information on how to use CDE to complete tasks previously done by using DECwindows.

For users who are new to desktop environments, this book provides quick-start information on topics such as logging into the system, navigating the system, and using and managing the desktop and applications.

This book can be used in conjunction with the Common Desktop Environment: User's Guide.

2.1.2    Cluster Release Notes (revised)

The Cluster Release Notes provide a brief introduction to the TruCluster Server and describe known problems and workarounds.

2.1.3    Cluster Technical Overview (revised)

The Cluster Technical Overview describes the major components of the TruCluster Server product. The opening chapter introduces the features of a TruCluster Server cluster. Subsequent chapters provide a more in-depth description of certain features, including:

Note

A printed version of this book is packaged with the Tru64 UNIX operating system media but is not included in any of the Tru64 UNIX documentation kits. It is, however, included in the TruCluster Server documentation kit.

2.1.4    Command and Shell User's Guide (revised)

The Command and Shell User's Guide introduces the basic features of the Tru64 UNIX operating system. It describes how to use the command line interface and to perform such tasks as copying files and creating directories. It also describes how to use the shells and their built-in commands.

Although this manual is primarily for users who have little or no familiarity with UNIX-compatible systems, experienced users can find useful shortcuts and tips.

2.1.5    Documentation Overview for Version 5.1A (revised)

The document you are currently reading.

2.1.6    Master Index (revised)

The Master Index can help you find the information you need in the core documentation set, as follows:

2.1.7    Programming Support Tools

The online version of the Programming Support Tools manual is included with the General User information because it contains information of interest to non-programmers. However, the printed version is included only in the Developer's Documentation Kit. See Section 4.1.11 for information about this manual.

2.1.8    Release Notes for Version 5.1A (revised)

The Release Notes for Version 5.1A are for all users of the Tru64 UNIX operating system. This book includes the following information:

We recommend that you read this information before installing or using the Tru64 UNIX operating system.

Note

Compaq maintains an online Technical Update that contains information about restrictions and problems discovered after Version 5.1A began shipping. To view this document on the Web, go to the following URL:

http://www.tru64unix.compaq.com/docs/updates/V51A/TITLE.HTM

We recommend that you visit this site periodically to see if any new information has been added.

2.1.9    Security (revised)

The Security manual describes how to use, administer, and write programs for the Tru64 UNIX operating system with the optional enhanced security subsets installed. It also provides information about traditional UNIX security and other optional security features.

When the enhanced security subset is installed and configured, the system is referred to as a trusted system. The enhanced security features result in a system that can be configured to meet the C2 and F-C2 security classes.

The information is organized as follows:

2.1.10    Technical Overview for Version 5.1A (revised)

The Technical Overview for Version 5.1A describes the major components of the Tru64 UNIX operating system. The opening chapter provides an introduction to the operating system, including discussions of recent enhancements, licensing, and available optional software. This is followed by more in-depth discussions on various aspects of the operating system. A partial list of the topics follows:

An appendix to this manual lists the Internet RFC (Request for Comments) standards and non-RFC standards to which the Tru64 UNIX operating system conforms. When viewing the Technical Overview on line on a system connected to the Internet, you can click on an RFC to display the text of that RFC in your Web browser.

Because this book might introduce new terms to you, it contains the Glossary of Common UNIX and General Computer Terms. When using the online version of the Technical Overview for Version 5.1A, some of the terms used within the discussions are linked to the Glossary, which means you are a mouse click away from the term's definition.

2.2    Printed-Only Documentation

The documentation described in this section is provided only in printed books. This documentation is included in the Tru64 UNIX documentation kits.

2.2.1    Quick Reference Card (revised)

The Quick Reference Card provides fingertip access to the format of common user commands, such as cd, chmod, lpr, and man. The card also describes options that are commonly used with each command.

Additionally, this card provides command summaries for the vi, emacs, Mail, and mail applications, and it summarizes the rules for forming regular expressions. It provides a description of command control symbols (such as |, the pipe symbol) and gives definitions of shell environment variables and metacharacters.

2.2.2    How to Access Tru64 UNIX Documentation (revised)

The Tru64 UNIX documentation is available to you whether you are working in your office or on the road -- on an Alpha system, PC, or other system.

The card titled How to Access Tru64 UNIX Documentation provides a brief overview of the various ways available to you to find and access the information you need, including the Tru64 UNIX reference pages. It also lists the documentation included in the printed documentation kits.

This book is packaged with the Tru64 UNIX operating system media, but is not included in any of the Tru64 UNIX documentation kits.

2.2.3    Tru64 UNIX Version 5.1A CD-ROMs (revised)

The document titled Tru64 UNIX Version 5.1A CD-ROMs provides a brief listing of the components on the CD-ROMs in the Tru64 UNIX media kit.

2.3    Online-Only Documentation

The documentation described in this section is provided on the documentation CD-ROM and the Web.

2.3.1    New and Changed Features from Previous Releases (revised)

The New and Changed Features from Previous Releases document lists the major features that were introduced and changes that were made to the Tru64 UNIX operating system since Version 4.0. The information in this document was originally presented in the New and Changed Features chapter of the operating system Release Notes for each of those versions.

2.3.2    Advanced Printing Software User Guide

The Advanced Printing Software User Guide provides information about using the Advanced Printing Software, which is included as an optional component of the Tru64 UNIX operating system. The User Guide describes how to submit jobs to your printer using the command-line interface. It also shows you how to set up your local print environment and monitor jobs you have submitted.

This manual is also packaged with the software kit, as is the following companion documentation:

2.3.3    Common Desktop Environment: User's Guide

The Common Desktop Environment: User's Guide describes the basic features of the CDE and describes how to use the desktop and the desktop applications. It expands upon some of the topics in the CDE Companion and provides illustrations of the graphical interface as it is displayed on workstation screens.

2.3.4    Common Desktop Environment: Advanced User's and System Administrator's Guide

The Common Desktop Environment: Advanced User's and System Administrator's Guide describes how to customize the appearance and behavior of the CDE. It provides information on topics such as the following:

This book is intended for users who want to perform customizations that cannot be accomplished using the desktop user interface. This book is also intended for system administrators; many of the tasks in this book require superuser privileges.

2.3.5    How to Order Tru64 UNIX Documentation

The file titled How to Order Tru64 UNIX Documentation provides information about ordering documentation and lists the order numbers for documentation kits.

2.3.6    Safety & Comfort Guide

The Safety & Comfort Guide describes how to set up your workstation environment to minimize the possibility of injury and provide you with the maximum of comfort. This guide focuses on posture and on other health and work habits for computer users. Additionally, it provides product safety information applicable to all Compaq products.