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Module 2~9 min

Working with Files and Directories

Beyond navigating, Linux gives you simple commands for creating, copying, and removing files and folders.

What You'll Learn

  • How to create files and folders
  • How to copy and move files
  • How to safely remove files

Creating Files and Folders

The `mkdir` command creates a new directory, and `touch` creates a new, empty file. These are among the first commands most Linux users learn.

Copying, Moving, and Removing

The `cp` command copies files, `mv` moves or renames them, and `rm` removes them. Because `rm` deletes files immediately without a recycle bin, it's worth using carefully.

Example

Running `mkdir notes` creates a folder called notes, and `touch notes/todo.txt` creates an empty file inside it, ready to be edited.

Key Concepts

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Key Takeaways

  • `mkdir` creates directories and `touch` creates empty files
  • `cp` copies files and `mv` moves or renames them
  • `rm` deletes files immediately, so it should be used carefully

Knowledge Check

Which command creates a new directory?

Which command creates a new directory?