Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the exciting intersection of Linux and handheld gaming. Imagine if Windows 10 had something like seven different versions ...

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ZDNET's key takeaways There are certain Linux commands I consider essential.They range from networking, troubleshooting, and ...

If you're thinking of getting into the world of Linux, you'll be happy to learn that there are hundreds, if not more, distributions to meet your needs. However, some are more comfortable for beginners ...

Need a jump start on Unix networking? Whether you're working on your home network or setting up systems at work, here are some basic Unix commands and insights that might prove helpful. Once upon a ...

Most developers prefer Linux over other operating systems such as Windows. But, though it’s clearly the preferred choice, most folks will admit that it’s not exactly an ideal OS to use for beginners ...

I am trying to write a very simple bash script to take a copy of a current conf file, copy a base portion of the conf file and append part of a downloaded page to then create a new conf file. The ...

It is easy to dismiss bash — the typical Linux shell program — as just a command prompt that allows scripting. Bash, however, is a full-blown programming language. I wouldn’t presume to tell you that ...

That sets up a potentially daunting decision if you're going in blind (though I enjoy that approach)! But choice should be viewed as a positive element in the Linux world. So my goal here is to ...