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Linux Commands

split Command in Linux

Summary

The split command is a utility in Linux used to divide a file into multiple smaller files. It's particularly useful when dealing with very large files that are difficult to manage or process as a single unit.

vim - A Powerful Text Editor

Summary

vim is a highly configurable text editor built to enable efficient text editing. It is an improved version of the vi editor distributed with most UNIX systems. It's known for its modal editing and powerful command-line interface.

whereis Command in Linux

Summary

The whereis command is a quick and simple utility in Linux used to locate the binary, source, and manual page files for a given command. It's helpful for understanding where a command is installed and accessing related documentation.

expr Command in Linux

Summary

The expr command evaluates expressions and prints the result to standard output. It's a versatile tool for performing arithmetic, string manipulation, and logical operations within shell scripts or on the command line.

gzip: Compressing Files on Linux

Summary

gzip is a command-line utility used for compressing files to reduce their storage size. It uses the Lempel-Ziv coding (LZ77) algorithm. It's a quick and easy way to create compressed archives, saving disk space and bandwidth when transferring files.