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what is the difference between ls -l and ls -al

ls -al will also show you the hidden files. Try

Code:

man ls

for more information, it is all explained there. If you need more information about other commands you should try

Code:

man man

to find out how to get the information.

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandog72 (Post 4239021)

what is the difference between ls -l and ls -al

-a option will show you all files with -l option with the hidden files(those start with a . at the beginning)

get quick help:

Quote:

ls --help

Hi,

Welcome to LQ!

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandog72 (Post 4239021)

what is the difference between ls -l and ls -al

Other members have provided you with good answers.
Here are links to aid you to gaining some understanding. Sure some may seem beyond a newbie skill level but you must start somewhere;  

Linux Documentation Project 
Rute Tutorial & Exposition 
Linux Command Guide 
Utimate Linux Newbie Guide 
LinuxSelfHelp 
Bash Beginners Guide 
Bash Reference Manual 
Advanced Bash-Scripting Guide 
Linux Home Networking
  
The above links and others can be found at 'Slackware-Links'. More than just Slackware® links!

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