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UNIX Command-Line Quiz

Authored by Yemi Yemi

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UNIX Command-Line Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason why Unix is popular for handling biological datasets?

It is the only operating system available.

most bioinformatics softwares are built to be unix/linux compatible

It is the most expensive operating system.

It requires no learning curve.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

ls

cd

pwd

mkdir

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the command 'pwd' do?

Changes the current directory.

Creates a new directory.

Prints the current working directory.

Lists the contents of a directory.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which command would you use to create a new directory?

cp

mv

mkdir

rm

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key advantage of using a command line interface (CLI) over a graphical user interface (GUI)?

It is more visually appealing.

It allows for faster navigation and processing

It requires no memorization.

It is easier for beginners.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you want to view the manual for a command in Unix, which command would you use?

doc

info

help

man

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which command would you use to remove files or folders?

cp

mv

ls

rm

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