Practical Linux Command Line 2.0 - Tips: Autocompletion, History, Clear the Terminal

Practical Linux Command Line 2.0 - Tips: Autocompletion, History, Clear the Terminal

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The video tutorial provides essential tips for using the terminal more efficiently. It covers the 'clear' command to refresh the terminal view, the use of autocompletion to quickly navigate files and directories, and the command history feature to recall previously used commands. These tips aim to enhance productivity and ease of use when working in the terminal.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the 'clear' command in the terminal?

To refresh the terminal screen

To list all files

To delete files

To close the terminal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you quickly complete a command or file name in the terminal?

By pressing the 'Shift' key

By pressing the 'Space' key

By pressing the 'Tab' key

By pressing the 'Enter' key

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when you press the 'Tab' key twice in the terminal?

It closes the terminal

It lists all possible completions

It saves the current session

It deletes the current command

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which keys allow you to navigate through your command history in the terminal?

Shift and Control keys

Left and Right arrow keys

Alt and Tab keys

Up and Down arrow keys

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What command can you use to view all previously entered commands in the terminal?

list

history

commands

view