Useful Linux Commands to List Contents of a Directory
There are tons of commands that you can run in the Linux terminal, and if you want to list the content of a directory, you can do so with these commands.
What CBR and CBZ Files Are and How to Read Them in Linux
You may have come across CBR and CBZ files and are not sure what they are. Here is how you can read and make CBR and CBZ files in LInux.
How to Create Thumbnail Sheets for Your Videos in Linux
Thumbnail sheets are image files containing frames from a video. You can easily create thumbnail sheets from video with readily available tools.
How to Do Spelling Checks in the Linux Terminal
Do you know that Linux has its very own command-line spellcheck utility to check your writing in the Terminal? Here’s how to use aspell to spellcheck in Linux.
Understanding the Differences Between Soft and Hard Links in Linux
In Linux, you can use a soft or hard link to connect two files together. Check out the differences between soft and hard links and which one you should use.
Using find, locate, which and whereis Commands to Search for Files in Linux
There are a few ways to find and locate files from the terminal in Linux. find, locate, which and whereis are some of the commonly used commands to do so.
How to Access an Android Phone using Kali Linux
Your Android phone have data that hackers been trying to access. Here is a basic demo of how hackers can access your Android phone with Kali Linux.
Upgrade Your Linux Terminal with Tilix
Tilix works as a great terminal alternative for your Linux PC. Let’s see how you can use it to turn your terminal into a modern and efficient workspace.
How to Use Sticky Bit to Manage Files on Shared Directories in Linux
In a shared directory, there are cases where other user accidentally deleted your files. Here is how to use sticky bits to manage your file permission.
How Do Linux Inodes Work?
You may have heard of Linux inodes, but are not sure what is it and how it affects your Linux system. Here we will explain what is inodes and how it works.
How to Backup Your Clipboard History with KDE’s Clipboard Widget
Clipboard managers are useful, but most of them don’t offer a backup feature. Here is a hack to backup your clipboard history with KDE’s clipboard widget.
How to Make Your Scripts Executable Everywhere in Linux
Have you notice how Linux commands are located in different folders but accessible everywhere? Here is how to make your scripts executable everywhere too.
How to Save the Terminal Output to a File in Linux
While working on the Linux terminal, you may want to save the terminal output to a file. Here are 4 ways you can save terminal output to a file in Linux.
8 Ways to Take a Screenshot in Linux
If you want to share what’s on your desktop with others, taking a screenshot is the best way. These are some tools for taking screenshots on Linux.
How Linux Stores and Manages User Passwords
Have you wondered how Linux efficiently manages a multi-user environment? We explain here how Linux stores and manages user passwords and logins.
6 Customized Linux Desktops to Inspire You
Linux is the most customizable OS around. You can change almost everything on it. Here are some customized Linux desktops to inspire you.
How to Convert Audio Files in Ubuntu
If you have a bunch of audio files that you want to convert to MP3, you can make use of the popular SoundConverter to convert audio files in Ubuntu.
Do You Really Need Antivirus Software on Linux?
Linux can get viruses, but you don’t need an antivirus. How can both those claims be true? Do you really need antivirus on your Linux machine?
How to Use Access Control Lists to Control File Permissions on Linux
A very useful feature in Linux is the “Access Control Lists” that controls access to files and directories. Here’s how access control lists work in Linux.
Zorin OS 15.1 Review
Zorin OS touts itself as a Windows alternative and is targeting Windows users that are looking to switch to Linux. Check out our review of Zorin OS.