Reply To: OCU C)OST C Discussion Lesson 02
When it comes to utilizing command lines, it is a text based interface that allows users to interact directly with the computers operating system by typing commands. It has a few purposes that are worth mentioning such as:
System Control: Perform advanced tasks that might not be available or are more efficient than using a graphical interface.
Automation: Run scripts and automate repetitive tasks.
Access to System Tools: Many powerful tools and settings are only accessible through the CLI.
Resource Efficiency: Uses fewer system resources than a graphical interface.
Some of the basic common functions and specific commands in both Windows Command Prompt and Unix/Linux Terminal you can use are:
cd (change directory when it comes to file management.
systeminfo (Windows)for System Info
ping, ipconfig (Windows), ipconfig (Linux/macOS) for Network Tools
net user (Windows), adduser (Linux). for User Management
apt install, apt update (Linux) for Software Management
In summary, it gives users powerful, direct control over their computer system. Tasks can be completed efficiently, it provides advance controls, the automation i which you can create scripts to automate tasks like backups, updates or even system checks. I believe that it is essential for users to be familiar with tools like this when it comes to It professionals or having a career in IT.
