Run stat /tmp.
stat /tmp
Mission 76
Temporary directory concept
Inspect simulated /tmp and keep scratch work inside home.
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learner@clairos:/home/learner $
Unix ops lab: type a command, press Enter
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Run ls -la /tmp.
ls -la /tmp
Run mkdir lab/tmp-note.
mkdir lab/tmp-note
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What to notice while you play.
Recognize /tmp without using it for unsafe cleanup practice.
Inspect /tmp, then create a home scratch directory.
Shared temp paths are easy places to make cleanup mistakes.
- Deleting from shared temp without ownership checks.
- Assuming /tmp behaves like home.
Reference
Commands in this lesson.
ls [-la] [path]
List lab files and folders.
mkdir <name>
Create a folder.
stat <path>
Show lab file details.
lsof
Show simulated files and sockets opened by services.