Linux CLI - Users and Groups
Which command lists all groups available on a Linux system?
Which command lists all groups available on a Linux system?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand the file storing groups
The file/etc/groupcontains all group information on Linux.Step 2: Use command to display file contents
Thecat /etc/groupcommand shows all groups listed in that file.Final Answer:
cat /etc/group -> Option AQuick Check:
List groups = cat /etc/group [OK]
Quick Trick: Groups are stored in /etc/group file, use cat to view [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using 'groups' without username lists current user's groups only
- Trying to list a non-existent /etc/groups file
- Using groupadd which is for creating groups, not listing
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