Type Style Description
italics This style is used to emphasize important terms and to mark the titles of books.
system items
This fixed-width font depicts the following:
n Sample screen output
n System prompts
n Filenames, software devices, and specific commands when mentioned in the text
commands
In the command examples, this bold font depicts text that you must type exactly as
shown.
<arguments> In the command examples, italicized text within angle brackets represents items that
you should replace with information appropriate to your specific situation. For example:
# send <text message>
In this example, you would type “send” at the system prompt exactly as shown, followed
by the text of the message you wish to send. Do not type the angle brackets.
[optional]
Command examples enclosed in brackets are optional. Do not type the brackets.
{Item A | Item
B}
In the command examples, items within curled braces and separated by a vertical bar
represent the available choices. Enter only one choice. Do not type the braces or bars.
Table 10: Typographical Conventions
The following informational icons are used throughout this guide:
Indicates helpful suggestions, pertinent information, and important things to remember.
Indicates a risk of damage to your hardware or loss of data.
Indicates a risk of personal injury or death.
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