You have files named data1.csv, data2.csv, and data_final.csv. You type cat data and press Tab once. What happens?

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Linux CLI - Navigating the File System

You have files named data1.csv, data2.csv, and data_final.csv. You type cat data and press Tab once. What happens?

AThe terminal shows all matching files starting with 'data'

BThe command auto-completes to <code>cat data</code> with no change

CThe command auto-completes to <code>cat data1.csv</code>

DThe terminal clears the screen

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand tab completion with multiple matches
If multiple files match the prefix, pressing Tab once usually lists all matches.
Step 2: Analyze the given files and input
Files starting with 'data' are multiple, so the terminal lists them instead of completing.
Final Answer:
The terminal shows all matching files starting with 'data' -> Option A
Quick Check:
Multiple matches + Tab = List matches [OK]

Quick Trick: One Tab lists matches if multiple completions exist [OK]

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