Other Commonly Used Bash Commands
Get to learn some useful and important bash commands that are necessary in order to interact with your machine efficiently and get your day-to-day tasks done.
1. echo
Definition:
echo
is the built-in command in bash and C-shells that simply prints its arguments on the console or terminal.
Syntax:
echo [option(s)] [string(s)]
Options:
Options | Meanings |
---|---|
-n | Do not output a trailing newline. |
-e | Enable interpretation of backslash escape sequences. |
-E | Disable interpretation of backslash escape sequences. |
–help | Display a help message and exit. |
Example:
- To print a statement “I like to code.” on the console
echo I like to code.
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