You do not have to type all of a command name. Type the first letters, then push Tab.
whoayou type
Tab
whoamithe shell types the rest
| After Tab | Meaning |
|---|---|
| The name is complete | One command matches. Push Enter to run it. |
| A list, after a second Tab | More than one command matches. Type more letters. |
| Nothing, after two pushes | No command matches. Look for a typing error. |
Do not type the full names in this lab. Use Tab.
- Type
hostn, push Tab, then push Enter. - Type
whoand push Tab two times. Read the list. - Type
uptand push Tab. Which command is it? Run it.