If you're new to Linux, knowing how the file system is laid out will alleviate some confusion. Written by Jack Wallen, Contributing Writer Sept. 16, 2024 at 3:00 a.m. PT Screenshot by Jack Wallen ...

Whether you're running Linux on a desktop or a server, backups are essential to keeping your data safe and accessible. These ...

The df command with the “T” (show file system type) and “h” (use human-friendly sizes) options provides a very useful look at the file systems on a Linux system. Here’s an example: ...

Many storage commands in Linux have the ability to delete your data, which you can accidently do if you're not careful. Proceed with caution if you're a newcomer, and always remember to keep a backup ...

While the best way to view or manipulate image files on Linux is to open them on your desktop for viewing or manipulating with tools like Gimp, there are quite a few ways to get important details ...

You can use the command incrontab -e to edit your incron table. The format is very picky (it wants spaces, not tabs, for example). Here’s a line from the file that will do the job: ...

Understanding how to delete a file in Linux is an important part of a keeping your computer's file system well-organized. Without regular maintenance, hard drives can quickly become disorganized ...