SG1 Flashcards
1-Basic Linux Concepts
Q: What is the kernel?
A: The core of the Linux operating system that manages hardware and system resources.
1-Basic Linux Concepts
Q: What is the shell?
A: A command-line interface that allows users to interact with the OS.
1-Basic Linux Concepts
Q: What are the main Linux distributions?
A: Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, Red Hat, CentOS, openSUSE, Arch Linux.
2-Open Source & Licensing
Q: What is the GNU General Public License (GPL)?
A: A free software license that allows users to run, share, and modify software.
2-Open Source & Licensing
Q: What is the difference between proprietary and open-source software?
A: Open-source software allows modification and redistribution, while proprietary software restricts access to its source code.
2-Open Source & Licensing
Q: What is the Free Software Foundation (FSF)?
A: An organization that promotes the development and use of free software.
3-Command Line Basics
Q: What does the pwd command do?
A: Prints the current working directory.
3-Command Line Basics
Q: How do you list files in a directory?
A: Using the ls command.
3-Command Line Basics
Q: What does the man command do?
A: Displays the manual pages for a command.
3-Command Line Basics
Q: How do you change directories?
A: Use the cd command followed by the directory name.