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Remove a File in Bash

Explore how to effectively remove files and directories using the rm command in Bash. Learn key options such as -f for force, -i for confirmation prompts, and -r for recursive deletion to manage your files safely and efficiently.

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Definition:

rm is used to delete files and directories. By default, it is only set to remove files and not directories for safety. It basically unlinks the file name with the data stored in so that it cannot be accessed anymore. Before deleting any file, you must have permissions to delete it. ...