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MODULE 3 - File System

Overview​

This module teaches you how to navigate and manage the Linux file system. You will learn about directory structure, permissions, symbolic links, and how to efficiently manipulate files and directories.

Learning Objectives​

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Understand the Linux file system structure
  • Navigate directories using basic commands
  • Manage files and directories
  • Understand permissions and links
  • Use file search tools

Estimated Duration​

Theory: 4-5 hours
Practice: 3-4 hours
Total: 7-9 hours

Table of Contents​

Part 1: Structure and Navigation​

  1. Chapter 3.1 - Introduction to the File System
  2. Chapter 3.2 - Directory Structure
  3. Chapter 3.3 - Navigation and Basic Commands
  4. Chapter 3.4 - File Management
  1. Chapter 3.5 - File Permissions

Part 3: Search and Advanced​

  1. Chapter 3.6 - File Search
  2. Chapter 3.7 - Symbolic and Hard Links
  3. Chapter 3.8 - Types of File Systems

Practical Labs​

Validation​

Key Concepts​

File System Structure​

The Linux file system is organized in a single hierarchy with / as the root.

Permissions​

Linux uses a three-level permission system: owner, group, others.

Links allow you to create references to files (symbolic or hard).

Module created on: December 2024