Which command lists block devices in Linux?

The lsblk command is used to get the list of block devices. It provides information about storage devices and their partitions.

Command:

lsblk

Example:

If you type the following command in the Linux terminal, it lists block devices.

lsblk

Block Devices:

Block devices are devices that store or provide data in blocks, such as hard drives, SSDs, and USB storage devices.

Types and Uses:

• Hard Drives – These devices are used to store data on the computer.
• SSDs – These devices are used to store data using flash memory.
• USB Storage Devices – These devices are used to store and transfer data.
• Partitions – These are separate sections of storage devices.