Tools of the Trade Flashcards
module two
What is an effect of Linux being open source?
It allows for collaboration among a community of developers.
What does the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS) do in Linux?
It organizes data within the Linux OS
Name three components of Linux architecture.
The Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), the kernel, and hardware.
Which Linux distribution is known for its user-friendliness and is widely used in security?
Ubuntu
What is KALI LINUX ™ designed for?
Penetration testing and digital forensics.
What is the role of the shell in Linux?
It communicates with the kernel to execute commands.
Which Linux distributions come with pre-installed tools for penetration testing?
Parrot and KALI LINUX
What is the standard input in Linux?
Information received by the OS via the command line
What does the command clear do in the terminal?
Clears the terminal screen
What is a package manager used for in Linux?
To install, manage, and remove packages or applications.
Which command is used to terminate a running command in the terminal?
CTRL + C
What is the main processor of a computer called?
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
What is the purpose of Random Access Memory (RAM)?
For short-term memory storage.
What is the difference between standard input and standard output?
Standard input is sent to the OS, and standard output is sent from the OS.
Name a subscription-based Linux distribution built for enterprise use.
Red Hat® Enterprise Linux®
What does the kernel manage in the Linux OS?
Processes and memory
What is digital forensics?
The practice of collecting and analyzing data to determine what has happened after an attack.
What does the command CTRL + A do in the terminal?
Sets the cursor at the beginning of a command.
What is the function of a hard drive?
Long-term memory storage
Which shell is the default in most Linux distributions?
Bash
What is the function of the command CTRL + E in the terminal?
Sets the cursor at the end of a command.
What type of hardware components are peripheral devices?
Components that are attached and controlled by the computer system but are not essential for it to run
What is a directory in the context of Linux?
A file that organizes where other files are stored.
What is a command in the context of Linux?
An instruction telling the computer to do something.
What is standard error in Linux?
Error messages returned by the operating system through the shell.
