The tree command is perfect for viewing your entire directory structure at a glance. It shows folders and files in a clear, tree-like layout right in the terminal. You can control how deep it goes, ...

Get to know the Linux hosts file and how to use it Your email has been sent If you're new to Linux, there's a very handy file you'll want to learn about right away. Jack Wallen introduces you to the ...

A symlink or "symbolic link" is a Linux file that simply points at another file. If the referenced file is removed, the symlink will remain but not indicate there's a problem until you try to use it.

One of the files that the average Unix sysadmin rarely looks at, almost never changes and yet depends on every time he or she reboots a system is the /etc/inittab file. This modest little file ...

The .bashrc file is crucial for configuring commands on Linux shell startup. Knowing the shell you're running helps you ...

Hidden files are a standard feature in Linux. Some applications save configuration files and other data in hidden files or folders that aren't visible by default. Fortunately, Linux makes working with ...

Linux is the most flexible and customizable operating system on the planet. That customizability starts deep within the heart of the Linux kernel and the file system. A computer file system is a ...

How to Use Samba File Sharing: Easy Setup for Linux and Windows Your email has been sent Learn how to install, configure, and connect to Samba for Linux & Windows ...