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Using Linux At CSE

Almost all the coursework subjects at CSE requires you to use Linux for programming and practical work.

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The CSE Linux environment

CSE computing labs

VLAB

Login servers

Running Linux on your own computer

Installing Linux directly on your computer

Dual booting

Using a virtual machine

Using Windows Subsystem for Linux

Swipe card access

Students who study CSE courses will usually be able to enter the general purpose laboratories during the lab opening hours.

Using SSHFS

One of the easiest ways to access your CSE home directory from your own computer is to attach it as a network drive.

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The CSE Linux environmentCSE computing labsVLABLogin serversRunning Linux on your own computerInstalling Linux directly on your computerDual bootingUsing a virtual machineUsing Windows Subsystem for Linux