The rm command, short for “remove,” is a powerful tool in the Linux command line toolkit. It is used for deleting files and directories. In this article, we’ll explore the fundamentals of using the rm command and provide practical examples to help you become proficient in file removal. This article is a follow-up to the […]
Navigating the Linux File System with the cd Command
The command line is a powerful tool for interacting with your Linux system, and one of the fundamental commands for navigating the file system is cd. The cd command, short for “change directory,” allows you to move between directories and explore the Linux file system. In this post, we’ll dive into the basics of using […]
How to Gzip a Directory Using Linux Command Line
Efficiently managing files and directories is a fundamental task in computing. It’s crucial for keeping our data organized, optimizing storage space, and facilitating smooth data transfers. In the Linux ecosystem, the gzip utility shines as a powerful compression tool, allowing users to easily compress files and directories. This article delves into directory compression using the […]
iotop command in Linux w/ examples.
This iotop command guide follows my previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins article. As time allows, I will continue to publish articles on the 90+ commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. Let’s continue this series with the iotop command. iotop is a simple top-like I/O monitor. A terminal program […]
cp command in Linux with examples
The cp command in Linux is a powerful tool that is used to copy files and directories from one location to another. It is an essential tool for managing files and directories on the Linux (and other UNIX based systems) command line, and its functionality extends to a wide range of use cases. This guide […]
sudo command in Linux with examples
The sudo command in Linux is one of the most important and widely used commands for managing system permissions. It allows you to run a command as the superuser, giving you elevated privileges that are necessary for performing administrative tasks on the system. This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used […]
SSH command in Linux, with examples
This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins post. Every week, as time allows, I will publish articles on the 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. What is the SSH command? The ssh command in Linux is an acronym for Secure Shell, which is […]
Boost Your Linux Command Line Productivity, Part 1
Welcome to the first part of a series of command line tips to boost your Linux productivity. The command line interface can be a lifesaver for those who work on these systems regularly. In this series, we will explore five ways to help you work faster and more efficiently on Linux servers (or Linux desktops) […]
ss command in Linux with examples
This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins post. Every week, as time allows, I will publish articles on the 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. What is the ss command? The ss command is a powerful utility used to display detailed information about […]
netstat command in Linux with examples
This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins post. As time allows, I will publish articles on the 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and Linux power users. netstat command in Linux The netstat command is a network utility tool that is used to display active network […]