The /usr directory is again structured based on use, as follows:
| Directory | Contents |
|---|---|
| /usr/bin |
Executables of installed software |
| /usr/doc |
Documentation, see also /usr/share/doc |
| /usr/games |
Executables of games |
| /usr/include |
C/C++ header files for installed libraries |
| /usr/lib |
Installed libraries and other application files |
| /usr/local |
Locally installed software (from source, not rpm) |
| /usr/man |
Manual pages for the man command |
| /usr/sbin |
Executables of installed system software for use mostly by root |
| /usr/share |
Shared program data, such as graphics and documentation
|
| /usr/src |
Sources. Usually includes the source of the kernel. |
| /usr/X11R6 |
Files related to the X Windowing system (GUI) |