Linux Files and Directories Quiz
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Which of these is the directory that contains the Linux kernel image?

  • /proc
  • /etc
  • /mnt
  • /boot (correct)

    • Where are the system configuration files typically stored in the Linux filesystem?

  • /etc (correct)
  • /root
  • /sys
  • /home

    • Which directory is used as a general-purpose mount point for attaching other filesystems?

  • /mnt (correct)
  • /media
  • /dev
  • /usr

    • Where are user home directories typically located in the Linux filesystem?

    <p>/home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which directory contains the binaries (executable files) for applications in Linux?

    <p>/bin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find the kernel's view of the hardware in the Linux filesystem?

    <p>/sys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What command is used to change the current working directory in Linux?

    <p>cd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you move up one level in the directory structure from the current working directory?

    <p>cd ..</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What command is used to list the contents of a directory in Linux?

    <p>ls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which command would you use to move up two levels in the directory structure?

    <p>cd ../../</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you navigate to the root directory from any location in Linux?

    <p>cd /</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the '..' represent in the 'cd ..' command?

    <p>The parent directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What command is used to display the current working directory in Linux?

    <p>pwd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which command is used to list the contents of a directory in Linux?

    <p>ls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the find command in Linux?

    <p>To search for files and directories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which command is used to change the current working directory in Linux?

    <p>cd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the root directory in a Linux file system?

    <p>/</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which command is used to create a new directory in Linux?

    <p>mkdir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Linux Filesystem

    • The root (/) of the filesystem is at the top of the tree.
    • The most important subdirectories to know:
      • /root: The home directory of the all-powerful root user.
      • /etc: Generally contains the Linux configuration files.
      • /home: The user's home directory.
      • /mnt: Where other filesystems are attached or mounted to the filesystem.
      • /media: Where CDs and USB devices are usually attached or mounted to the filesystem.
      • /bin: Where application binaries (the equivalent of executables in Microsoft Windows or applications in macOS) reside.
      • /lib: Where you'll find libraries (shared programs that are similar to Windows DLLs).
    • To change to a directory, use the cd command followed by the directory name.
    • To move up one level in the file structure, use cd followed by double dots (..).
    • To move up multiple levels, use multiple double dots with a forward slash in between.
    • To move up to the root level, use cd /.

    Listing Directory Contents

    • The ls command is used to list the contents of a directory (files and subdirectories).
    • The ls command is similar to the dir command in Windows.

    Important Security Note

    • It's not recommended to log in as root when performing routine tasks, as it can give hackers immediate root privileges if the system is compromised.
    • Log in as a regular user when performing routine tasks.

    Basic Commands

    • pwd command is used to find the current working directory.
    • pwd returns the location within the directory structure.
    • The cd command is used to change to a directory.
    • The ls command is used to list the contents of a directory.

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    Test your knowledge on Linux files and directories with this quiz. Differentiate between important terms such as /boot, /root, /home, /etc, and more.

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