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PWD
Unleashing the Power of pwd in Linux
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INTRODUCTION
Pwd stands for ‘Present Working Directory’ and is a command used in Linux systems to display the current working directory.
The pwd command displays the full path name of the current directory, starting from the root directory.
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Usage of pwd Command
The pwd command is used to display the current working directory in Linux.
For example, if a user wants to create a new directory within the current working directory.
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Options Available with pwd Command
The -L option will display the logical path of the current directory, while the -P option will display the physical path.
Another option available with the pwd command is the -h or --help option, which displays the help menu for the command and provides information on how to use it.
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Examples of pwd Command
- Here are some examples of how the pwd command can be used in Linux:
- 1. To display the current working directory: pwd
- 2. To display the logical path of the current directory: pwd -L
- 3. To display the physical path of the current directory: pwd -P
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Conclusion
- The pwd command is a simple yet powerful tool in Linux that helps users navigate and understand their location within the file system.
- By understanding how to use the pwd command and its available options, users can become more efficient and effective in their use of the Linux operating system.
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