Linux Commands

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The file command is a standard Unix program used to determine the type of a file. It tests each argument in an attempt to categorize it. These tests check the results of file system calls, the magic number, and according to language-specific tests.

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The sort command is a powerful tool in Linux for ordering lines of text in a file or from standard input. It can sort alphabetically, numerically, in reverse order, and based on specific fields within each line.

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The stat command is a powerful utility in Linux that displays detailed information about files and file systems, including file size, access times, permissions, and inode number.

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The tee command in Linux allows you to simultaneously display output to the terminal and save it to a file. It's a powerful tool for logging command output, auditing, and debugging, providing real-time visibility while preserving the data for later analysis.

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The mkdir command is a fundamental Linux utility used to create directories (folders). This post will guide you through its basic usage, common use cases, and helpful flags.

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The wc command is a versatile utility for counting words, lines, characters, and bytes in a file or from standard input. It's a quick and easy way to get a statistical overview of text data.

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The alias command in Linux allows you to create shortcuts for frequently used commands. This can significantly speed up your workflow by simplifying complex commands or long sequences of commands into shorter, more memorable aliases.

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The awk command is a powerful text processing tool in Linux used for pattern scanning and processing. It reads input files line by line, compares each line to a pattern, and performs actions based on the match. It's widely used for data extraction, report generation, and data transformation.

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The chgrp command in Linux allows you to change the group ownership of a file or directory. This is essential for managing file permissions and access control.

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The chown command is a fundamental Linux utility used to change the owner and group associated with a file or directory.