Day 2 Task : Basic linux commands

Basic Commands

Syntax: ls

Description: Lists the subdirectories and files available in the present directory.

• Examples:

• ls -l: Lists the files and directories in long list format with extra information.

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• ls -d */: Lists only directories (you can specify a pattern to filter results).

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• ls -a: Lists all files and directories, including hidden ones.

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• ls *.sh: Lists all files with a .sh extension.

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• ls -i: Lists files and directories with their index numbers (inodes).

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• ls -d */: Lists only directories (you can specify a pattern to filter results).

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Directory Commands

• pwd

• Description: Prints the present working directory.

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• cd

  • Syntax: cd [path_to_directory]

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• • Description: Changes the current directory to the provided path.

    • Examples:

      • cd ~ or cd: Changes directory to the home directory.

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• • • cd -: Goes to the last working directory.

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      • cd .. : Changes directory one level up.

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      • cd ../..: Changes directory two levels up.

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• mkdir

  • Syntax: mkdir [directoryName]

  • Description: Creates a new directory with the specified name at the current location.

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