Manage Files using CLI
Learn how to manage files on a Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) filesystem using Command Line Interface (CLI).
Overview
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a powerful operating system, and managing files is a key part of working with it. In this hands-on lab, you’ll learn how to manage files on a RHEL file system using the Command Line Interface (CLI). This lab will give you the skills needed for daily tasks and help prepare you for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification.
In This Lab, You'll Learn How To
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Create Files and Directories
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Copy, Move, and Delete Files
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Manage Directories
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Change Group and Owner
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Create Soft Links
Learning Outcomes
After completing this lab, you'll be able to:
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Manage Files and Directories: Become comfortable with creating, copying, moving, and deleting files & directories.
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Control Permissions: Learn how to change the group & owner of files – a crucial skill for managing access!
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Use Soft Links: Understand how soft links can simplify file management.
Why File Management is Essential in RHEL
Managing files with the CLI is a basic but very important part of RHEL system administration. Here’s why it’s so important:
1. Efficiency & Productivity
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Faster Operations: CLI commands help you manage files quickly & accurately! Get more done in less time.
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Automation: You can automate your file management tasks with CLI. It saves time & cuts down mistakes.
2. Security & Control
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Manage Access: By controlling who can access what, you make sure that only the right person can see sensitive data!
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Track Changes: The CLI keeps a log of everything you do, which is great for security and compliance!
3. System Organization
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Keep Things Organized: Managing files through the CLI keeps your file system neat and easy to navigate!
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Efficient Use of Resources: Good file management helps your system run smoothly without wasting resources.
4. Scalability
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Handle Large Systems: As your RHEL environment grows, CLI skills allow you to manage large numbers of files and directories easily.
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Automate with Scripts: The CLI lets you create scripts to handle file management tasks, making it easier to scale up as needed.
The Importance of Managing Files Using CLI in RHEL
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Improved Efficiency: Makes managing files quicker & easier!
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Better Security: Helps control who can access those important files!
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Organized System: Keeps everything neat & manageable!
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Scalable Management: Perfect for handling larger systems and automating tasks as needed!
By learning these CLI file management techniques, you’ll be well-prepared to handle RHEL environments and succeed in your RHCSA certification.
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RHCSA Preparation Course
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FREE Labs
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Red Hat Administration (RH124)Access Linux File System10mManage Files using CLI15mCreate, View, and Edit Text Files20mManage Local Users and Groups10mControl Access to Files15mMonitor and Manage Processes20mControl Services and Daemons10mConfigure and Secure SSH15mAnalyze and Store Logs20mArchive and Transfer Files10mInstall and Update Software15mManage Networking20mAnalyze Servers10m
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Red Hat Administration (RH134)Improve Command Line Productivity15mSchedule Future Tasks20mTune System Performance10mControlling Access to Files with ACL15mManaging SELinux Security20mManage Basic Storage10mManage Logical Volume15mImplement Advanced Storage Features20mAccess Network Attached Storage10mManage Network Security (Firewall)15mRun Containers20mFlatpak Application Management15m
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Pre-Exam Practice
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Labs Beyond SyllabusBasic Command Line Tools15mMounting Filesystem and Creating Links20mCommand Line Text Processing15mIntroduction to Shell Scripts15mIntermediate Shell Scripting20mAdvanced Shell Scripting20mSELinux Basics15mSELinux Policy Management20mSELinux Troubleshooting15mPodman Basics15mBuilding and Running Containers20mPodman Networking15mLVM Management20mMultiple Logical Volumes20mLVM Disaster Recovery25m
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Certificate Of Completion
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RHCSA Mock Exam