Linux Commands

Linux relies heavily on command-line tools. These commands help you manage files, directories, and system settings quickly.

Essential Linux Commands

Command	Description	Example
ls	Lists files and folders in the current directory	ls -l
cd	Changes the current directory	cd Documents
pwd	Prints the path of the current working directory	pwd
mkdir	Creates a new directory (folder)	mkdir projects
rm	Deletes files or directories	rm file.txt
cp	Copies files or directories	cp file.txt backup/
mv	Moves or renames files or directories	mv old.txt new.txt
sudo	Runs a command with superuser (administrator) privileges	sudo apt update

Tips

• Use the Tab key to auto-complete your commands or file names.
• Type clear to clean up your terminal screen.