How to use the factor command: 2-Minute Linux Tips

The video tutorial introduces the 'factor' command in Linux, which is used to find the prime factors of a given number. It explains the concept of prime numbers and demonstrates how to use the command with examples, including factoring the number 123 and a larger number. The tutorial also covers the behavior of the command when factoring a prime number, showing that it returns the number itself. The video concludes by highlighting the practical applications of factoring in real-world scenarios.

What is the primary function of the factor command in Linux?

• To convert numbers to binary

• To calculate the sum of numbers

• To find the prime factors of a number

• To sort numbers in ascending order

Which of the following numbers is a prime factor of 123?

• 5

• 7

• 3

• 9

What does the factor command return when used on a prime number?

• The number itself

• Zero

• A list of divisors

• An error message

Which number is used as an example of a prime number in the video?

• 1001

• 123

• 3803

• 41

What is a real-world application of the factor command mentioned in the video?

• Designing network protocols

• Developing web applications

• Performing mathematical calculations

• Creating graphical user interfaces