01 - Linux Basics Flashcard

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What is the Linux kernel?

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The core of the operating system that controls all hardware

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What is a Linux shell?

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A command line interface to the Linux operating system

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What are libraries in Linux?

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Pre-written code elements that programmers can use

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What is a distribution in Linux?

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A unique compilation of the Linux kernel, utilities, desktop environments, applications, and more

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The path /home/jfenner/linuxpocketguide/dir1 is what type of path?

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Absolute

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Each distribution has a different layout of files and directories.

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FALSE

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The HOME directory shortcut is:

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~ (tilde)

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The __________ command will display the current directory

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pwd

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The _______ command is used to show the contents of a directory

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ls