The video tutorial explains different types of loops in Linux scripting, including explicit, range, argument-driven, and dependent loops. It demonstrates how these loops can automate tasks by iterating over specified values, ranges, script arguments, and command outputs. The tutorial also shows how to use loops directly on the command line to perform operations like user account management.

Explain the dependent loop and its purpose in the context of the script provided.

How can the for loop be utilized on the command line according to the text?