Top 25 Lesser-Known Linux Commands Instructor Guide

by Kevin O'Neill

The following instructor guide reviews lesser known but useful Linux commands. These commands can be utilized for personal, educational, or corporate usage. It is envisioned that the instructor utilizes the material from this guide via a demonstration type format with each command reviewing the format, example, common options and brief pros and cons.

Introduction
How to Use and Run Commands
Create Example Txt File
Create Example C File
bind
chage
cowsay
Ctrl+x+e
disown
factor
getconf
getopt
mpstat
mtr
ncdu
nl
nproc
pstree
pv
rev
shuf
ss
stat
strace
tr
tldr
watch
xxd
Conclusion
About the Author
Notes

57 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 23, 2025

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