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Tools of the Trade Flashcards

module two

1
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What is an effect of Linux being open source?

A

It allows for collaboration among a community of developers.

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What does the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS) do in Linux?

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It organizes data within the Linux OS

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Name three components of Linux architecture.

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The Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), the kernel, and hardware.

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Which Linux distribution is known for its user-friendliness and is widely used in security?

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Ubuntu

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What is KALI LINUX ™ designed for?

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Penetration testing and digital forensics.

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What is the role of the shell in Linux?

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It communicates with the kernel to execute commands.

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Which Linux distributions come with pre-installed tools for penetration testing?

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Parrot and KALI LINUX

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What is the standard input in Linux?

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Information received by the OS via the command line

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What does the command clear do in the terminal?

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Clears the terminal screen

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What is a package manager used for in Linux?

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To install, manage, and remove packages or applications.

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Which command is used to terminate a running command in the terminal?

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CTRL + C

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What is the main processor of a computer called?

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Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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What is the purpose of Random Access Memory (RAM)?

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For short-term memory storage.

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What is the difference between standard input and standard output?

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Standard input is sent to the OS, and standard output is sent from the OS.

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Name a subscription-based Linux distribution built for enterprise use.

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Red Hat® Enterprise Linux®

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16
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What does the kernel manage in the Linux OS?

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Processes and memory

17
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What is digital forensics?

A

The practice of collecting and analyzing data to determine what has happened after an attack.

18
Q

What does the command CTRL + A do in the terminal?

A

Sets the cursor at the beginning of a command.

19
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What is the function of a hard drive?

A

Long-term memory storage

20
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Which shell is the default in most Linux distributions?

A

Bash

21
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What is the function of the command CTRL + E in the terminal?

A

Sets the cursor at the end of a command.

22
Q

What type of hardware components are peripheral devices?

A

Components that are attached and controlled by the computer system but are not essential for it to run

23
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What is a directory in the context of Linux?

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A file that organizes where other files are stored.

24
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What is a command in the context of Linux?

A

An instruction telling the computer to do something.

25
Q

What is standard error in Linux?

A

Error messages returned by the operating system through the shell.

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