File Types

TypeDescription
Ordinary or regular filesContain data of various content types such as text, script, image, videos, etc.
Directory filesContain the name and address of other files.
Block or character special filesRepresent device files such as hard drives, monitors, etc.
Link filesPoint or mirror other files
Socket filesProvide inter-process communication
Named pipe filesAllow processes to send data to other processes or receive data from other processes.