Linux Basics
Get familiar with the Linux terminal and learn four essential commands used to navigate directories, manage folders and identify the current user.
What you will learn
Interactive Linux Command Challenge
EXERCISE 01 · BEGINNERGet comfortable with Linux commands
Linux commands allow users to interact with a computer through a terminal. Explore the sample terminal below, then answer four questions to test your understanding.
user@cybersim:~$ pwd
/home/user
user@cybersim:~$ ls
Documents Downloads Pictures
user@cybersim:~$ whoami
user
user@cybersim:~$ mkdir practice
Directory created (example)
What command displays your current directory?
Key takeaway
Linux commands provide a powerful way to interact with an operating system. Start by understanding common commands such as pwd, ls, mkdir and whoami. Practise in a safe learning environment before using commands on systems you do not own or manage.