linux basics

Linux is one of the most popular operating systems used globally, and it comes in different distributions, each with its unique features and benefits. Among the most popular distributions are CentOS, RedHat, Fedora, and Ubuntu. Each distribution has its differences, advantages, and disadvantages, which can make choosing the right one a daunting task. In this … Read more

What is epoch time in Linux? Epoch time in Linux, also known as Unix time, is a system for describing a point in time as the number of seconds that have elapsed since January 1, 1970, at 00:00:00 UTC. It is used as a standard time format for system processes and files in Linux and … Read more

Today we will see the simple network management protocol. We will see all about SNMP. It was developed in 1988 to monitor and remotely modify the changes on the devices and switches. It was initially developed for routers and switches but it extended to many things such as Linux, Windows, printers, etc. SNMP works on … Read more

Before we go ahead with the difference between Softlink and Hardlink, let’s see what is a link in Linux. A link in Linux is a pointer to the file, just like shortcuts in windows. They are not actually files but when you open them it will take you to the original file. Links in Linux … Read more