How to rename files and folders using the command line in Linux?

Question: How to rename files and folders using the command line in Linux?

Answer:

We accomplish this by using the "mv" (move command)

Example:

File Example:

mv old_file new_file

Directory Example:

mv old_directory new_directory

NOTE: 

• mv can move several files into a destination folder, or a single file.
• mv renaming will contain the original attributes of the file or directory and also the creation date of the original file or folder

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