0. Basic Linux Terminal Navigation
This guide covers the basic commands for navigating the Linux terminal.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Navigating the Linux terminal is an essential skill for any developer or system administrator. This guide will introduce you to the basic commands needed to move around the file system.
Basic Commands
pwd
The pwd (print working directory) command displays the current directory you are in.
ls
The ls (list) command lists the files and directories in the current directory.
Options:
ls -l: Lists files in long format.ls -a: Lists all files, including hidden files.
cd
The cd (change directory) command is used to change the current directory.
Examples:
cd ..: Move up one directory level.cd ~: Move to the home directory.
cat
The cat command is used to display the contents of a file.
nano
The nano command is a simple text editor that allows you to create and edit files from the terminal.
To create a new file, simply provide a new filename that does not exist.
To save and exit the editor, press
Ctrl + X, thenYto confirm, andEnterto exit.To exit without saving, press
Ctrl + X, thenNto discard changes, andEnterto exit.
Conclusion
These basic commands will help you get started with navigating the Linux terminal. Practice using them to become more comfortable with the command line interface.