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The Linux Directory Structure, Explained

If you're coming from Windows, the Linux file system structure can seem particularly alien. The C:\ drive and drive letters ...
In Linux, there’s no place like ~/, or $HOME or just home. That’s right, three ways to say the same thing. For new Linux users, this can get confusing. First off ...
Learn the basics of moving around in different directories from the Linux command line. Working in multiple directories from a Linux command prompt can be a pain, but these quick tips on using the cd ...
Many Linux commands can do more than you might think. The usermod command is one such command, and it can be very handy.