Linux CLI - Searching and Finding
Which command will recursively search for the word 'data' in the current directory and all subdirectories?
Which command will recursively search for the word 'data' in the current directory and all subdirectories?
easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify recursive search command
The-roption enables recursive search through directories.Step 2: Match command to requirement
grep -r data .searches for 'data' recursively starting from current directory ('.').Final Answer:
grep -r data . -> Option DQuick Check:
Recursive search command = D [OK]
Quick Trick: Use -r with grep and dot (.) for current folder recursive search [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using * only searches current directory files
- Using -i ignores case but not recursive
- Using -v excludes matches, not recursive
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