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What is Dash Shell in Linux?
Not many people are aware of a dash shell which is usually found in the Debian Linux distribution. Here's a quick introduction.…
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Difficult Linux concepts explained in simpler terms so that everyone can understand it.
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Making the Most of man pages in Linux
Though extremely useful, man pages in Linux can be daunting and intimidating at first. This article aims to make it a bit easier to peruse manuals and quickly get the help one needs.…
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Beginner's Guide to Syslogs in Linux
The good old syslogs are still relevant in the systemd age of journal logs. Learn the basics of logging with syslogd in this guide.…
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What's the difference between kill and killall commands?
Both kill and killall commands are used for force stopping (killing) processes in Linux. Learn the difference between the two similar commands.…
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What is BusyBox in Linux? How to Use it?
Learn why BusyBox has suddenly gained a following among certain Linux users.…
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Difference between Containerization and Orchestration: A Layman's Outlook
Learn the basic difference between containerization and orchestration through a simple analogy.…
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Introduction to Virtualization: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners
This is a complete beginner's introduction to virtualization. Learn types of virtualization, its essential components and benefits.…
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What is a Hypervisor? What's the Difference Between Type 1 and 2?
A quick look into how hypervisors work and the difference between their two types.…
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What's the Difference Between curl and Wget?
curl and Wget are widely used for downloading files from the web in the Linux terminal. So, what's the difference and which one is better?…
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Docker Compose Up vs Start and Down vs Stop: Differences Explained
For a beginner on docker-compose, terms like docker-compose up, start, down and stop could be a quite overwhelming. This article explains the difference with detailed examples.…
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What is Shebang in Linux Shell Scripting?
The seemingly insignificant #! characters at the beginning of a shell script has a major significance on how your script will be executed.…
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Difference Between Single and Double Quote in Bash Shell
Quotes are an integral part of shell scripting and Linux command but they could often be confusing for new users. This article will demystify quotes for you.…