The root of the directory structure is at the top. There is even a command in DOS called TREE . This command displays the directory structure of the disk drive you are currently in. Try running TREE at the DOS prompt. To move around in the directory structure use the command CD .
CD stands for C hange D irectory.
This will take you to the root of the C drive. If you type CD all by itself the computer will respond with the drive letter and directory you are in. This may seem redundant, because the prompt already shows this, but the prompt can be changed to show other things and you will run in to this. Mother and Son Any directory under the directory you are currently in is referred to as a subdirectory or a child directory. Any directory directly above the currect directory is referred to as the parent directory.