What is the difference between `cp` and `mv` commands?

Q: What is the difference between `cp` and `mv` commands?

> * **`cp` (Copy)**: * Copies files or directories, meaning the original file stays the same and a duplicate is created. * **`mv` (Move)**: * Moves files from one location to another or renames files/directories, and the original file is removed from the source location.

💬Answer

cp (Copy):
- Copies files or directories, meaning the original file stays the same and a duplicate is created.
mv (Move):
- Moves files from one location to another or renames files/directories, and the original file is removed from the source location.

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