How to Customise and Pimp Your Bash Prompt in Linux

In Linux, the terminal is a big deal, and you’ll spend time working with it. Why not customize it to your liking and make it look good?

6 Alternative Linux Shells for Power Users

Bash is pre-installed on most Linux distros, but it is not the only shell around. Here are 6 alternative Linux shells you can use and try out.

The Beginner’s Guide to Scripting on Linux

Have you ever wanted to learn “scripting” in Linux but are not sure where to start? This beginner’s guide shows you how easy it is to start scripting in Linux. Check it out!

Transferring Big Files in Terminal on Linux with Transfer.sh

Transferring files is nothing new. However, Transfer.sh is an exciting tool that lets you do so via the terminal. It works on any system that has bash and curl.

Does Microsoft Supporting Linux Make You Like Windows More?

One thing we all expect of our chosen operating system is that it plays nice with others. Does Microsoft supporting Linux make you like Windows more?

How to Use Bash on Windows 10

Microsoft has recently announced the support of Bash on Windows 10. Here is how you can install and use Bash on Windows 10.

Running Bash Commands in the Background the Right Way [Linux]

This article goes over several ways to push terminal programs into the background and keep them there by running bash commands. Each method listed is good for its own special-use case.

Introducing The Fishery: Plugins for Fish Shell

The Fishery is a plugin repository for Fish Shell (a replacement shell for Bash that has a lot of features going for it). Check it out.

Fish: A Better Alternative to Bash That Many Are Not Aware of

Have you ever wanted to get away from Bash when using Linux? Enter Fish shell, a great alternative with tons of neat features.

Open Multiple Applications Simultaneously in Ubuntu

Instead of opening one application at a time, you can use this simple trick to open multiple applications simultaneously. Work in Linux and Mac.

Manage Dropbox in Terminal With Dropbox Uploader

If you are planning to back up files to Dropbox from the terminal, Dropbox Uploader is the best solution for you.

Two Simple Tricks with Shell Scripts To Improve Your Productivity [Linux]

One of the best things about the Linux command line is your ability to put together scripts that make your life easier. While shell programming may seems difficult to learn, these 2 simple tricks cn allow you to easily simple shell script to automate your life.

Understanding The Different Shell In Linux : KornShell

By default, when we talk about a shell in Linux, most people think of Bash. It is true that it is the most wide spread and arguably one of the simplest shell to begin with, but there are also plenty of other shells out there yearning for your attention. Today, we shall go through another very famous shell: the Korn Shell (“ksh” for the intimates).

More Useful and Interesting Bash Prompts

A while back, we listed 8 Useful and Interesting Bash Prompts. That turned out to be one of our most popular articles, and still generates user response and feedback. This time we’ve found a few more gems, as well as some handy tips and tricks for having the coolest shell prompt on the proverbial block.

The Beginner Guide to Writing Linux Shell Scripts

For starters – let’s clarify that headline. Linux has more than one possible shell, and scripting any of them is a subject that can easily pack a full book. What we’re going to be doing is covering the basic elements of a bash script. If you don’t know what shell you’re using, it’s probably bash. […]

How to Manage Ruby Installations Easily with RVM

Those unfamiliar with software development may be surprised at how many so-called grey areas there can be. Even if you know you want to write, say, a Rails app, you’ve got several more specific decisions to make. What database should you use? Which version of Ruby? Which gems should be installed? Will it conflict with […]

How to Supercharge Your Shell with Bashish [Linux]

If you’re a Linux (or even Mac) user, and you’ve never toyed with your shell prompt, you might not realize just how useful a good prompt can be. Sure, it can show your user and host names, and perhaps the current directory, but a really good prompt can do a whole lot more. Those who […]

10 Useful Tools, Websites And Tricks to Help You Master Linux Command

When it comes to Linux command, it is always a love and hate affair. Newbies tend to shun away from the command line as much as possible while the intermediate to expert users who are used to it will swear by it, and boost how much faster and more productive they have become due to […]

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