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 does the DU Command report on?

How can you make the DU Command report file sizes in a more human-friendly format?

What option can be added to list the size of individual home directories along with a total?

What is the significance of running the DU Command as root?

What additional information can be obtained by adding a specific option to the DU Command?