ONE WORD LINUX

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1. **What is the basic difference between Unix and Linux operating

system?**

Unix is a proprietary operating system developed in the 1970s, while Linux

is an open-source operating system that was created in the early 1990s as
a free alternative to Unix. Linux is based on the Unix architecture and
shares many similarities but is developed and maintained by a global
community.

2. **What is the difference between home directory and working

directory?**
The home directory is the default directory assigned to a user where
personal files and subdirectories are stored. The working directory, also
known as the current directory, is the directory in which a user is currently
working and can be changed using commands like `cd`.

3. **What is file command?**

The `file` command in Linux is used to determine the type of a file. It

examines the file's content and provides information such as whether it is
a text file, a binary executable, or another type.

4. **Define ps command in Linux.**

The `ps` command displays information about the currently running

processes on the system. It provides details such as process ID, user ID,
CPU usage, memory usage, and the command that started the process.
5. **Define the insert mode in vi editor.**
Insert mode in the vi editor allows users to insert and edit text. It is
activated by pressing keys like `i`, `a`, or `o`, and text can be entered
until the user returns to command mode by pressing the `Esc` key.

6. **What are the different modes of vi editor?**

The vi editor has three primary modes: Command mode (for executing
commands), Insert mode (for editing text), and Visual mode (for selecting
text).

7. **Give syntax of case statement.**

The syntax of a case statement in shell scripting is:

```sh
case expression in

pattern1)
statements;;

pattern2)
statements;;

*)
default statements;;

esac
```

8. **What is commandline argument? Write command to display total

number of commandline arguments in a shell script.**
 Command-line arguments are inputs provided to a script or command at
runtime. To display the total number of command-line arguments in a shell
script, use the command: `echo $#`.

9. **Describe log file.**

A log file is a file that records events, processes, or messages generated
by software applications and operating systems. Log files are used for
monitoring, debugging, and auditing purposes.

10. **Differentiate between absolute mode and symbolic mode in FAP.**

In the context of file access permissions (FAP), absolute mode uses
numerical values to set permissions (e.g., `chmod 755 filename`), while
symbolic mode uses letters and symbols (e.g., `chmod u+rwx,g+rx,o+rx
filename`) to specify permissions.

11. **What is FTP?**

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to
transfer files from one host to another over a TCP-based network such as
the Internet.

12. **What is samba?**

Samba is a free software re-implementation of the SMB/CIFS networking
protocol, providing file and print services for various Windows clients and
can integrate with a Windows Server domain.

14. **What is meant by redirecting input/output?**

Redirecting input/output involves changing the standard input/output
sources and destinations for commands. This is done using symbols like
`>` for output redirection, `<` for input redirection, and `|` for piping
output to another command.

15. **What is meant by nice value of a process in Linux?**

The nice value of a process determines its priority for CPU scheduling. A
lower nice value means higher priority, while a higher nice value means
lower priority.

18. **Write commands to display first commandline argument and total

number of commandline arguments in a shell script.**
To display the first command-line argument, use `echo $1`. To display
the total number of command-line arguments, use `echo $#`.

19. **Compare mounting and unmounting of a file system in Linux.**

Mounting a file system makes it accessible at a certain point in the
directory tree, typically using the `mount` command. Unmounting a file
system, using the `umount` command, safely detaches it from the
directory tree.

20. **Define rpm command in Linux.**

The `rpm` command (Red Hat Package Manager) is used to install,

update, remove, and manage software packages in Linux distributions that
use the RPM Package Manager.

21. **What is the use of Uniq command?**

The `uniq` command in Linux is used to filter out or report repeated lines
in a file. It only works on consecutive duplicate lines, so it is often used in
conjunction with the `sort` command.
24. **What is meant by background processing in Linux?**
Background processing allows a command or script to run in the
background, freeing up the terminal for other tasks. This is achieved by
appending an ampersand (`&`) to the command.

25. **Which command is used to count the total number of words, lines
and characters in a file?**

The `wc` command is used to count the total number of words, lines,
and characters in a file. For example, `wc filename`.

29. **Define group add command in Linux.**

The `groupadd` command in Linux is used to create a new user group.
For example, `groupadd newgroup` creates a group named "newgroup."

30. **Define the term superuser.**

A superuser is a user with administrative privileges on a system, typically

referred to as `root` in Unix and Linux systems. This user has unrestricted
access to all commands and files on the system.

31. **What is the difference between head and tail filters?**

The `head` command displays the first part of a file, typically the first 10
lines by default. The `tail` command displays the last part of a file, also
typically the last 10 lines by default.

32. **What is i-node table?**

The i-node table is a data structure used by the Linux file system to store
information about files and directories. Each i-node contains metadata
about a file, including its size, owner, permissions, and pointers to the data
blocks on the disk.
33. **Which are the commands used to create files in Linux?**

Commands like `touch`, `echo`, and `cat` are used to create files in
Linux. For example, `touch filename` creates an empty file, `echo "text" >
filename` creates a file with text, and `cat > filename` allows for file
creation with manual input.

35. **What is meant by batch command in Linux?**

The `batch` command in Linux is used to schedule commands to be
executed at a later time when system load levels permit. It is similar to
`at`, but `batch` queues jobs for when the system load is low.

36. **What is the use of file and touch command in Linux?**

The `file` command is used to determine the type of a file, while the
`touch` command is used to create empty files or update the timestamp
of existing files.

38. **What is a shell keyword? Give example.**

A shell keyword is a reserved word that has a special meaning in the
shell. Examples include `if`, `else`, `fi`, `for`, `while`, `do`, and
`done`.

39. **Define system automation.**

System automation involves using scripts and tools to automate
repetitive tasks and system management processes, reducing the need for
manual intervention and increasing efficiency.

41. **What is the use of sed command?**

 The `sed` command (stream editor) is used for parsing and transforming
text in a data stream or file. It can perform basic text transformations such
as find and replace, insertion, deletion, and more.

42. **What is DNS?**

DNS (Domain Name System) translates human-readable domain names
(like www.example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to identify
each other on the network.

43. **What is the role of kernel?**

The kernel is the core component of an operating system that manages
system resources, handles system calls, and facilitates communication
between hardware and software.

46. **What are pipes?**

Pipes are a feature in Unix and Linux that allow the output of one
command to be used as the input for another command, enabling powerful
command chaining.

48. **What is the usage of nohup command in Linux?**

The `nohup` command is used to run another command that continues

to execute even after the user has logged out. It is commonly used for
running long-duration processes.

49. **What is shell environment?**

The shell environment refers to the set of variables and settings that
define the behavior of the shell and how it interacts with the system. This
includes environment variables, aliases, and functions.
50. **Explain features of BASH shell.**
BASH (Bourne Again SHell) features include command-line editing,
unlimited command history, job control, shell scripting capabilities, and
support for various programming constructs.

51. **Explain the use of chmod command.**

The `chmod` command is used to change the file access permissions of
a file or directory. It can set permissions using symbolic or numeric modes.

53. **What is the difference between grep and egrep commands?**

The `grep` command searches files for lines that match a given pattern,
while `egrep` (extended grep) supports extended regular expressions,
allowing for more complex pattern matching.

55. **Which are the major types of shells?**

Major types of shells include the Bourne Shell (sh), C Shell (csh), Korn Shell
(ksh), and Bourne Again Shell (bash), each offering different features and
scripting capabilities.

58. **Define kill and killall commands.**

The `kill` command sends a signal to a specific process to terminate it,
identified by its process ID. The `killall` command sends a signal to
terminate all processes matching a specified name.

59. **Explain the command: $ find /home/Steve -name "jan"**

 The command `find /home/Steve -name "jan"` searches for files and
directories named "jan" within the `/home/Steve` directory and its
subdirectories.

60. **How can you find the product of two numbers using expr command
in Linux?**
To find the product of two numbers using the `expr` command, use:
`expr num1 \* num2`. For example, `expr 5 \* 3` will return 15.

63. **Distinguish between groupmod -g and groupmod -n command in

Linux.**
The `groupmod -g` command changes the GID (Group ID) of a group,
while `groupmod -n` changes the name of the group.

64. **Define mount point.**

A mount point is a directory in the file system where an additional file

system is mounted and made accessible. It serves as the root directory of
the mounted file system.

65. **What is a filter?**

In Unix/Linux, a filter is a command that processes an input stream of

data to produce an output stream. Filters are often used in pipelines to
perform tasks like sorting, searching, and modifying data.

67. **What is boot block?**

The boot block is a reserved block on a storage device that contains the
bootstrap code used to start the operating system. It is executed during the
boot process.
68. **How Linux differs from other operating system like MS Windows?**
Linux is open-source, allowing users to modify and distribute the code,
whereas MS Windows is a proprietary operating system. Linux is also
known for its stability, security, and flexibility, making it popular for servers
and development environments.

69. **What is super block?**

The superblock is a critical data structure in a file system that contains

metadata about the file system, including its size, the block size, the empty
and filled blocks, and the location of the inode table.