2. Linux Commands - Beginner

Essential Linux Terminal Commands

• ls - List files and folders in the current directory.
• ls -l - Show detailed file information (sizes, permissions, date modified).
• ls -a - Show hidden files (files starting with a .).
• pwd - Show your current directory path (Print Working Directory).
• cp <source> <destination> - Copy a file.
• df -h - Display remaining storage disk space in readable format.
• cat <filename> - Display the full contents of a file on the terminal screen.
• clear - Clear the current terminal screen output (or press Ctrl + L).
• whoami - Show the name of the currently logged-in user.
• history - Show the list of recently executed terminal commands.