Aliases in Bash enable you to essentially create your own commands, or even just simplify existing ones. In this video, I'll explain what aliases are, and I'll show you some of my personal favorites. At the end, I'll show you how to make your aliases persist between sessions. Check out the LLTV Shop! Shirts, bags, cups and much more! ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv/ Support the Channel Show your support for Learn Linux TV and get access to exclusive perks! • Become a Channel Member ➜ https://learnlinux.link/member • Become a Patron ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron Official Stores and Merchandise • Linux Merch ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv/ • Latest book: Mastering Ubuntu Server ➜ https://ubuntuserverbook.com/ • Linux stuff from Amazon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/amazon • Awesome Pi-powered KVM ➜ https://learnlinux.link/tinypilot • 5% discount on LPI exam vouchers ➜ https://learnlinux.link/lpi-voucher Note: Royalties and/or commission is earned from each of the above links #*Time Codes* 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - The alias command 03:27 - Removing an alias 04:46 - Alias example 1: Simplify the output of the df command 07:14 - Alias example 2: Simplify the output of the mount command 08:31 - Alias example 3: Showing your external IP 09:22 - Alias example 4: Simplifying the installation of packages 10:47 - Alias example 5: Simplifying the command for upgrading packages 11:53 - Alias example 6: Running an Internet speed test 13:36 - Alias example 7: Checking CPU and memory usage 14:51 - Retaining aliases even after closing your session Video-specific links - Official blog post for this video ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/?p=1054 Recommended stand-alone videos from Learn Linux TV • How to create a bootable flash drive for installing Linux ➜ https://linux.video/flash-usb • Installing an operating system for Raspberry Pi ➜ https://linux.video/pi-imager • Understanding Linux permissions ➜ https://linux.video/perms • Essential tweaks for ALL Linux Servers ➜ https://linux.video/all-servers Stand-Alone Tutorials • OpenSSH Guide ➜ https://linux.video/ssh • How to better secure OpenSSH ➜ https://linux.video/secure-ssh • 10 Linux Terminal Tips and Tricks to Enhance Your Workflow ➜ https://linux.video/cli-tricks-1 • Over 15 Terminal Tricks You Should Learn ➜ https://linux.video/cli-tricks-2 Full Courses from Learn Linux TV • Linux Crash Course series ➜ https://linux.video/cc • Learn how to exit use tmux ➜ https://linux.video/tmux • Learn how to use vim ➜ https://linux.video/vim • Bash Scripting Series ➜ https://linux.video/bash • Proxmox VE Cluster Full Course ➜ https://linux.video/pve • Learn Ansible ➜ https://linux.video/ansible Linux-related Podcasts • Enterprise Linux Security ➜ https://enterpriselinuxsecurity.show/ • The Homelab Show ➜ https://thehomelab.show/ Learn Linux TV on the Web • Main site ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/ • Community ➜ https://community.learnlinux.tv/ • Enterprise Linux Security Podcast ➜ https://enterpriselinuxsecurity.show/ • The Homelab Show Podcast ➜ https://thehomelab.show/ • Content Ethics ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/content-ethics • Request Assistance ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/request-assistance Disclaimer Learn Linux TV provides technical content that will hopefully be helpful to you and teach you something new. However, this content is provided without any warranty (expressed or implied). Learn Linux TV is not responsible for any damages that may arise from any use of this content. The person viewing Learn Linux TV's content is expected to follow their best judgement and to make their best decisions while working with any related technology. Always make sure you have written permission before working with any infrastructure. Also, be sure that you're compliant with all company rules, change control procedures, and local laws. #bash #linux #cli