# Help Category: Linux Commands

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JetHost linux commands help shows you how to use basic terminal commands for working with files, directories, permissions, and server management. The articles include clear examples and short explanations, so you can apply each command with confidence.

- [How to use the SSH cp command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-cp-command/) — Learning how to use the SSH cp command is one of the most essential Linux skills. With it, you can copy files and directories from one location to another directly from the terminal. It is fast, reliable, and beginner-friendly, which makes it perfect for managing files on your server. In this article, we will show you how […]
- [How to use SSH ip command](https://jethost.com/kb/ssh-ip-command/) — If you want to obtain information about your server’s IP on a Linux machine over SSH, the SSH ip command is the tool you need. It is handy, beginner-friendly, and powerful, because your IP is one of the most important assets of any server. In this article, we will show you the basic usage of the SSH […]
- [How to use SSH echo command](https://jethost.com/kb/ssh-echo-command/) — The SSH echo command is one of the most useful tools in a Linux environment. With it, you can print output to the SSH console, preview what a command will expand to, and check system variables before you run anything. In this tutorial, we will cover the basic usage of the SSH echo command with clear examples, […]
- [How to execute SSH commands on a remote server](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-execute-ssh-commands/) — SSH (Secure Shell) lets you connect to a remote server and run commands as if you were sitting at that machine. In particular, you can manage a VPS, dedicated server, or hosting account from your local computer. Furthermore, you can use password or SSH key authentication, and run commands interactively or in a single one-off […]
- [How to use the SSH shutdown command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-shutdown-command/) — The shutdown command powers off or reboots your Linux server in a controlled way. In particular, it notifies running services and gives them time to save data and exit cleanly. Furthermore, you can shut down immediately, schedule a shutdown for a specific time, or cancel a scheduled shutdown. Use shutdown on VPS or dedicated servers […]
- [How to use the SSH su command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-su-command/) — The SSH su (substitute user) command lets you switch to another user account and run commands as that user. In particular, it’s used on VPS and dedicated servers to become root or another system user without logging out. Furthermore, su loads that user’s environment (home directory, PATH, etc.) so you can work as if you […]
- [How to use the SSH less command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-less-command/) — The less command displays file contents one screen at a time, unlike cat which dumps everything at once. In particular, less is better for large files like logs, configs, or exports because you can scroll forward and backward without loading the whole file into memory. Furthermore, less supports search, line numbers, and piping from other […]
- [How to use the SSH netstat command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-netstat-command/) — The SSH netstat command displays network connections, routing tables, and socket statistics on your Linux server. In particular, it’s useful for debugging connection issues, checking which ports are listening, and tracking network activity. Furthermore, netstat helps you see TCP and UDP connections, identify processes using specific ports, and troubleshoot firewall or service problems on a […]
- [How to use the SSH zip command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-zip-command/) — The SSH zip command creates and the unzip command extracts .zip archives on Linux. In particular, zip is widely used because .zip files work on Windows, Mac, and Linux. Furthermore, zip lets you archive single files, multiple files, or entire directories, and you can exclude certain files from the archive. Use zip via SSH for […]
- [How to use the SSH du command](https://jethost.com/kb/how-to-use-the-ssh-du-command/) — The SSH du (disk usage) command reports how much space files and directories use on your Linux server. In particular, it’s useful for finding which folders consume the most space – helpful when you have many uploads, daily backups, or multiple sites on shared hosting. Furthermore, du is fast and works on any path, making […]

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