How to use the free command: 2-Minute Linux Tips

How to use the free command: 2-Minute Linux Tips

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The video tutorial explains the 'free' command in Linux, which provides information on memory usage, including physical and swap memory. It distinguishes between free and available memory, and discusses how the command displays memory in different units like kibibytes and kilobytes. The tutorial also covers how to use the command with various options to display memory metrics in a preferred format.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the definition of kibibytes differ from kilobytes?

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What command can you run to see all the options for displaying memory with 'free'?

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