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

The video tutorial explains the DU command for reporting disk usage. It covers how to use the command to report file sizes in kilobytes by default and how to switch to a more human-friendly format using the -h option. The tutorial also demonstrates listing the sizes of individual home directories and the total size using the -c option. Additionally, it shows how to include the last update time of directories with the --time option.

What is the default unit of measurement for file sizes when using the DU command?

• Megabytes

• Gigabytes

• Bytes

• Kilobytes

Which option should be added to the DU command to display file sizes in a more human-friendly format?

• -k

• -m

• -g

• -h

What does the -c option do when used with the DU command?

• Displays file sizes in bytes

• Lists the size of each file individually

• Provides a total size for all directories

• Shows the last access time of files

How can you include the last update time of directories in the DU command output?

• Apply the -t option

• Include the -l option

• Use the --time option

• Add the -u option

What additional information is provided when using the --time option with the DU command?

• The creation date of files

• The last update time of directories

• The total number of files

• The owner of each file