Which of the following commands is used in Linux to copy files or directories from one location to another? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following commands is used in Linux to copy files or directories from one location to another?

A. rm

B. mv

C. cp

D. ln

Answer: Option C

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The 'cp' command is used in Unix-like systems to copy files or entire directory trees from a source path to a destination path.

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