CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-006)System ManagementEasy
According to the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard (FHS), which directory contains host-specific system configuration files, including /etc/passwd and /etc/fstab?
- A/usr
- B/etc
- C/var
- D/opt
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Correct answer: B. /etc
The FHS defines /etc as the location for host-specific, static configuration files that are not executable binaries, such as /etc/passwd, /etc/fstab, and /etc/hosts.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. /usr holds shared, read-only user program files and libraries.
- C. /var holds variable data like logs and spool files, not configuration.
- D. /opt is used for optional third-party or add-on software packages.
FHS /etc Directory
The /etc directory stores host-specific static configuration files used by the system and installed applications.
- Contains /etc/passwd, /etc/fstab, /etc/hosts
- No binaries should be stored here
- Configuration is host-specific, not shared across machines
Memory trick: 'etc = Every Configuration Textfile Center.'