Linux Fundamentals · lesson 12 of 15 · 12 min

Processes and ps

summary: Processes are running programs. Tools such as ps help identify a process, its owner, and its command. Confirm what a process is before stopping it.

question: What information can ps help you inspect?

options:

• Running processes
• Wi-Fi passwords
• Browser bookmarks
• Physical cables

correct: Running processes

explanation: ps lists process information so you can investigate safely.

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