Beginner Linux & Shell Scripting
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What is the meaning of a "hidden file" in Linux, and how is it identified?

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The correct answer is B) A hidden file is any file or directory whose name begins with a dot (".") and is not shown by default in directory listings (unless using "ls -a")

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Correct Answer

A hidden file is any file or directory whose name begins with a dot (".") and is not shown by default in directory listings (unless using "ls -a")

Explanation

Files starting with "." (like ".bashrc") are considered hidden by convention and are excluded from normal "ls" output, but they can be viewed with "ls -a" and accessed normally.

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