How to use the nmcli command: Linux Tip

This video tutorial introduces the mcli command, a command line tool for managing network interfaces in Linux. It explains how to use mcli to query network connections and devices, providing examples of outputs for Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections. The tutorial also covers how to view active network connections and obtain detailed information about network devices using the mcli device show command.

What does the mcli command stand for?

• Network Monitoring Command Line Interface

• Network Maintenance Command Line Interface

• Network Manager Command Line Interface

• Network Management Command Line Interface

What does the mcli command help you control?

• System updates

• Network manager

• File system

• User accounts

Which type of network connection is shown in the mcli output?

• Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi

• VPN

• Mobile Data

What information can you find using the mcli device Show command?

• Device's battery status

• Device's screen resolution

• Device's IP and hardware addresses

• Device's software version

If the mcli output shows an Ethernet interface, what does it indicate?

• The system is using a Wi-Fi connection

• The system is using a Bluetooth connection

• The system is using an Ethernet connection

• The system is using a VPN connection