graphics\howbutt.gifPerforming file operations using the command line

At the command line, you can perform file operations such as, finding and viewing files; creating and moving directories; creating, copying, and moving files; and deleting directories and files.

Most commands for moving or copying directories or files require you to specify a source to move or copy, such as a file or directory, and a destination or location where you want to move or copy the source.

You can specify command options for most of the procedures in the following sections. For information about command options, see "Understanding Linux commands."

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