Linux Command-Line Tools Quiz

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What command is used to list files and directories in the current directory?

  • cat
  • pwd
  • cp
  • ls (correct)

Which command would you use to change the permissions of a file?

  • mv
  • dd
  • chmod (correct)
  • rm

What is the purpose of the 'apt-get' command?

  • To handle software packages (correct)
  • To create and edit text files
  • To remove files or directories
  • To display the contents of a file

Which command would you use to search for specific patterns in files?

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What is the function of the 'su' command in a command-line environment?

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Flashcards

pwd

Shows the current folder path.

grep

Finds specific text patterns in files.

vi

Text editor for creating/editing files.

apt-get

Manages software packages on Debian.

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cp

Copies files/folders.

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ls

Lists files/folders in the current directory.

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dig

Queries DNS information

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cat

Displays the contents of a file.

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chmod

Changes file permissions (read, write, execute).

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ps

Shows running processes.

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passwd

Changes a user's password.

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dd

Copies and converts files; used for backups.

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nano

Simple text editor for the command line.

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yum

Manages RPM packages.

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su

Changes to a different user account.

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sudo

Run a command with elevated privileges.

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mv

Moves or renames files/directories.

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rm

Removes files/directories.

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Study Notes

Linux Command-Line Tools

  • pwd: Displays the current working directory's path.
  • grep: Searches files for patterns.
  • vi: Text editor for file creation/modification.
  • apt-get: Manages packages (install, update, remove) on Debian-based systems.
  • cp: Copies files or directories.
  • ls: Lists files and directories in the current directory.
  • dig: Queries DNS information.
  • cat: Displays a file's contents.
  • chmod: Modifies file permissions (read, write, execute).
  • ps: Shows information about running processes.
  • passwd: Changes user passwords.
  • dd: Copies and converts files (useful for backups, disk cloning).
  • nano: Simple text editor for command-line use.
  • yum: Manages packages (install, manage) on RPM-based distributions.
  • su: Switches user accounts (often to root).
  • sudo: Executes commands as another user (typically root).
  • mv: Moves or renames files/directories.
  • rm: Removes files or directories.

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