Mission 221

Nano config copy

Copy config into lab before editing notes.

Nano and editing
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Copy config

Run cp /etc/nginx/sites-available/learn.conf lab/learn.conf.copy.

cp /etc/nginx/sites-available/learn.conf lab/learn.conf.copy
Open copied config

Run nano lab/learn.conf.copy.

nano lab/learn.conf.copy
Compare config copy

Run diff /etc/nginx/sites-available/learn.conf lab/learn.conf.copy.

diff /etc/nginx/sites-available/learn.conf lab/learn.conf.copy
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What to notice while you play.

Objective

Copy config into lab before editing notes.

Hint

Run the commands in order and compare the outputs.

Why it matters

Junior operators build confidence by gathering evidence before changing systems.

Common mistakes
  • Skipping the inspection step.
  • Assuming one command tells the whole story.
Reference

Commands in this lesson.

nano <file>

Open a simulated nano editor.

diff <left> <right>

Compare two lab text files.

cp <src> <dst>

Copy a file.