you really ought to go by your other name. This site rates you by postings. You already have 40+ posts on the other name.
If you search this site, you should find the answers to alot of questions. Do a keyword search for any of the topics you raised or ones that I raised.
I can't explain it to you in any certain terms. You will have to experience it... Here is a link that may help you.
Beginner Advice?
Read the FAQs on this site.
What version of UNIX do you use? Search their website for info.
Learning is half the fun of being an Admin.
Try these searches.
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q...=Google+Search
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=unix+tutorials
http://www.isu.edu/departments/comco...unixindex.html
http://unix.about.com/library/misc/blunix101.htm
http://www.geek-girl.com/unix.html
http://www.xs4all.nl/~aiel/unix-links.html
Have Fun!!
