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The command "ls -la" is used in the Unix/Linux operating system to list files and directories.

Here is a breakdown of the components of this command:

• "ls" stands for "list," which is a command used to display information about files and directories in a specified location.
• The option "-la" is a combination of two individual options: "l" and "a."
  • The "l" option provides a long format listing, displaying detailed information about files and directories, including permissions, ownership, size, and modification dates.
  • The "a" option stands for "all" and includes hidden files and directories in the listing. Hidden files and directories are those that start with a dot (.) in their names.

Combining these options, "ls -la" will list all files and directories (including hidden ones) in the current directory, providing detailed information for each entry.