Support the show by becoming a patron at or get some swag at If you're new to Linux, diving into the terminal can feel intimidating at first—but it doesn’t have to be! In this video, we're going to break down 5 essential Linux commands every beginner needs to know. These are simple yet powerful commands you'll use every single day, whether you’re managing files, navigating directories, or maintaining your system. Mastering these commands will quickly boost your confidence and open the door to all the amazing things Linux has to offer. Full Article with all the commands and such is available at: (or scroll down) Correction: The part about "cd ..." being a shorthand for moving up multiple directories is incorrect based on standard Bash. It is possible with some implementations of other shells but not in Bash. In order to do this in standard Bash you would use "cd ../.." and add another "../" for each tier you want to go up. ### Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:56 Explore Files with `ls`: List and Organize 02:18 Navigate Like a Pro with `cd` 05:12 Copy Files Easily Using `cp` 06:36 Clean Up with Confidence Using `rm` 06:55 Do NOT run this: sudo rm -rf / 08:56 Superpowers Unlocked with `sudo` 12:35 Outro Thanks For Watching! #Linux #News #Podcast