Basics of Linux Commands (Linux #2)
Krishantha Bandara
IT Assistant @phoenix pvt ltd BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Software Engineering Degree (Grade - First Class)
?? Mastering the Basics of Linux Commands ???
If you’re working in tech, especially in DevOps or system administration, Linux is your go-to operating system. Understanding the basics of Linux commands can make a world of difference in managing servers, configuring environments, or even writing scripts. Here are some essential commands that every beginner should know:
?? ls - List files and directories in the current directory
?? cd - Change the current directory
?? pwd - Print the current working directory
?? mkdir - Create a new directory
?? rm - Remove files or directories
?? cp - Copy files or directories
?? mv - Move or rename files and directories
?? chmod - Change file permissions
?? chown - Change file ownership
?? sudo - Execute commands as a superuser
?? apt-get - Install, update, or remove packages on Debian-based systems
?? top - Monitor system processes and resource usage
?? df - Show available disk space
?? du - Estimate file space usage
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?? ps - View running processes
?? kill - Terminate processes
?? tar - Archive files (compress and decompress)
?? grep - Search text using patterns
?? cat - View the contents of files
?? echo - Display a line of text or write it to a file
?? nano or vi - Text editors for modifying files from the terminal
?? ifconfig / ip - Check and configure network interfaces
?? scp - Securely copy files between machines
?? ssh - Connect to remote servers
?? history - View command history
?? alias - Create shortcuts for commands
Mastering these commands can speed up your workflow and make it easier to handle everything from basic tasks to advanced system configuration.
Remember: The terminal is your friend in the Linux world! The more you use it, the more powerful it becomes. ??
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