In the Contents table below, you will find brief descriptions of and links to articles that have to do with basic information regarding the use of a command line interface. These Command Line Basics articles intend to provide some information for those interested in the WinZip Command Line Support Add-On, but who have little experience with or little knowledge concerning the use of a command line interface. There are a good number of articles and a lot of information here, but users who are experienced with using a command line interface are likely not to find anything new here. For specific help with the add-on, please see the information in WinZip Command Line Add-on Help located in the WinZip program group.
Other sources of similar or additional information can be readily found by performing an internet search using terms such as command line, command prompt, DOS commands, and or batch files. Anyone desiring more than basic material should consider reading from other sources.
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| What is a command line interface? An explanation, with examples, recommendations, and links to more information |
| An explanation of "directory" and "path" Two important and often used terms with descriptions and an example |
| Command line syntax How commands should be entered |
| Displaying help for commands Help text available while using the Command Prompt |
| Delimiters, spaces, and special characters Information about these terms, their usage, and special handling details |
| The Path environment variable What the Path variable is, how to configure it permanently, or use it temporarily |
| Hints for using the CD command Actual examples using the CD command and why it may be useful |
| Using switches with commands What command switches are and how to use them |
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