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Basic Commands: An Overview

This section covers the most fundamental Linux commands and concepts that every user should know. These commands are the building blocks for navigating the system, managing files, and performing basic operations.

Key Commands

CommandPurpose
File System CommandsNavigating and managing files and directories (cd, ls, rm, mkdir, etc.).
echoDisplays a line of text or the value of a variable.
less & catViewing the content of files from the command line. cat is for short files, while less is for large files.
tailViewing the end of a file, especially for real-time monitoring of logs.
sudo & suCommands for privilege escalation and switching user accounts.