Understanding the Linux File System | Directory Structure, Paths & Navigation

Master the Linux filesystem structure and navigation! In this beginner-friendly tutorial, you'll learn:

📁 *Directory Hierarchy*
Understanding the root directory (/)
Key system directories: /home, /etc, /usr, /var
How Linux organizes files and folders

🗺️ *Absolute vs Relative Paths*
When to use absolute paths (starting from /)
How relative paths work from your current location
Using `pwd` to see your current path

⚡ *Special Directory Shortcuts*
`~` (tilde) for home directory
`.` (dot) for current directory
`..` (dot dot) for parent directory
`-` (dash) to return to previous directory

*Commands Covered:*
`ls` - List directory contents
`cd` - Change directory
`pwd` - Print working directory
`cd ~` - Go to home directory
`cd ..` - Go up one level
`cd -` - Return to previous directory

*Perfect for:*
Linux beginners learning the terminal
Anyone new to command line navigation
Developers starting with Linux
System administrators in training

*Next Steps:*
Practice navigating between directories
Try using both absolute and relative paths
Experiment with the special directory shortcuts

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*📚 Linux Terminal Series:*
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*🔗 Resources:*
Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS)
Terminal basics and navigation

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