Linux Operating System: A Complete Linux Guide for Beginners - Linux File Editors (Vi Text Editor)

Linux Operating System: A Complete Linux Guide for Beginners - Linux File Editors (Vi Text Editor)

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Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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This video tutorial covers the basics of using the VI editor, including entering insert mode, deleting lines and words, undoing changes, and navigating the file. It explains how to use various commands like 'I', 'a', 'double D', 'DW', 'shift U', and 'shift D'. The tutorial also discusses saving changes and quitting the editor, emphasizing the importance of practice to master VI. A cheat sheet is provided for reference.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the 'I' button in the VI editor?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How can you delete a particular line in the VI editor?

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3.

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Explain how to remove multiple lines using the VI editor.

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4.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What command would you use to undo the last change made in the VI editor?

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5.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the function of the 'shift + U' command in the VI editor?

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How can you navigate up and down in a file using the VI editor?

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7.

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Describe the process to save changes and quit the VI editor.

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