Linux Fundamentals - Exploring Subdirectories of the Root Directory

Linux Fundamentals - Exploring Subdirectories of the Root Directory

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This video tutorial provides an introduction to using Linux shell commands, focusing on the 'ls' command and its options for listing files and directories. It covers best practices for managing files in the root directory, explores the contents and permissions of the 'etc' directory, and explains the purpose of the 'bin' and 'sbin' directories. The tutorial also discusses the structure of the user directory and its subdirectories, concluding with a brief overview of the next topic on creating new files and directories.

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What command is used to list files in the Linux shell?

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What information can you see when using the 'ls -l' command?

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Why is it not a good practice to create files in the root directory?

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What command would you use to remove a file in Linux?

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What does the 'etc' directory contain?

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What is the difference between 'bin' and 'sbin' directories?

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What is the purpose of the 'tmp' directory in Linux?

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