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The Unix command: $ vi file1 file2 - Practice (English) | ObjectiveMcq

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The Unix command:

$ vi file1 file2

Correct Answer: B — Both files i.e. file1 and file2 can be edited using 'ex' command to travel between the files

Explanation:

When multiple files are opened in vi, they are loaded into the buffer array, and 'ex' commands like :n (next) can be used to switch between them.

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