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Which file contains information about user accounts in Linux?
Which file contains information about user accounts in Linux?
- /etc/shadow
- /etc/passwd (correct)
- /etc/group
- /etc/gshadow
What command is used to modify file permissions in Linux?
What command is used to modify file permissions in Linux?
- chgrp
- ls
- chown
- chmod (correct)
What is the purpose of the /etc/shadow file in Linux?
What is the purpose of the /etc/shadow file in Linux?
- To store user account information
- To store group information
- To store encrypted passwords (correct)
- To store file ownership information
Which command can be used to search for specific text within files on the command line?
Which command can be used to search for specific text within files on the command line?
Which command is used to create a new directory on the command line?
Which command is used to create a new directory on the command line?
Which command is used to delete a file on the command line?
Which command is used to delete a file on the command line?
Which command is used to compress files on the command line?
Which command is used to compress files on the command line?
Which of the following is NOT discussed in Lesson 1 of Topic 1: The Linux Community and a Career in Open Source?
Which of the following is NOT discussed in Lesson 1 of Topic 1: The Linux Community and a Career in Open Source?
In Lesson 1 of Topic 1, what is discussed under the subtopic '1.2 Major Open Source Applications'?
In Lesson 1 of Topic 1, what is discussed under the subtopic '1.2 Major Open Source Applications'?
What is the main focus of Lesson 2 in Topic 2: Finding Your Way on a Linux System?
What is the main focus of Lesson 2 in Topic 2: Finding Your Way on a Linux System?
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What is the /etc/passwd file used for?
What is the /etc/passwd file used for?
The /etc/passwd file on a Linux system stores information about user accounts, including their usernames, user IDs, and home directories.
What is the chmod command used for?
What is the chmod command used for?
The chmod command allows you to modify permissions for files and directories in Linux, controlling who can access and modify them.
What is the purpose of the /etc/shadow file?
What is the purpose of the /etc/shadow file?
The /etc/shadow file in Linux securely stores encrypted user passwords, protecting them from unauthorized access.
What is the grep command used for?
What is the grep command used for?
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What is the mkdir command used for?
What is the mkdir command used for?
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What is the rm command used for?
What is the rm command used for?
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What is the functionality of the tar command?
What is the functionality of the tar command?
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