Linux tip: How to use pipes

The video tutorial introduces the concept of pipes in Linux, represented by a vertical bar, which allows the output of one command to be used as input for another. It demonstrates a complex command using multiple pipes to process command history, sort, and count occurrences. The tutorial concludes by showing how to create an alias for a command to simplify its usage.

What is the purpose of a pipe in the Linux command line?

Describe the process of counting the number of unique commands used in a history command.

Explain how sorting commands in reverse order can be beneficial.

What does the command 'ls' do, and how often was it used according to the example?

How can you simplify a complicated command with multiple pipes in Linux?