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40 Powerful Linux Networking Commands You Must Know.

Linux networking commands are foundational for effective network management and troubleshooting, particularly in roles like DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). This guide introduces 50 essential Linux commands, each designed to make network troubleshooting, monitoring, and configuration straightforward. Mastery of these commands can help you swiftly diagnose network issues, monitor bandwidth, and configure complex network setups with confidence.
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Basic Network Information 🌐
These commands help you quickly access network configuration details.
1. ifconfig
- Displays network interface information.
- Example:
ifconfig
2. ip
- Shows or manipulates IP addresses, routing, and network devices.
- Example:
ip address show
3. route
- Displays or modifies the IP routing table, useful for managing traffic routes.
- Example:
route -n
4. hostname
- Shows or sets the system’s…