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How to Update Ubuntu Linux [Server and Desktop]

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Update Ubuntu Linux

If you’re running Ubuntu Linux on your desktop, you’ll be regularly prompted to update using the built-in update tool. But what if you’re on Ubuntu Server or want to check for and run any pending updates manually? This tutorial covers the steps required to update your Ubuntu Linux OS on Desktop and Server. But first, some relevant articles: apt vs. apt-get Commands – What’s the Difference? Checking Your Operating System Version in Ubuntu Linux with ‘lsb_release.’ Preamble All package management functions should be run using the sudo … Read more

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What Is chmod 777 and What Does It Do in Linux?

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What Is chmod 777

This article explores chmod 777, a Linux command used to give ALL RIGHTS to the user, group, and others. As a new Linux user, web developer, or system administrator, you have probably been instructed to type: chmod 777 /path/to/file/or/folder …into your Linux shell at some point. Whenever you’re running commands on your systems (especially as root!), you should ALWAYS know what they’re up to. So what’s chmod 777 really about? Permissions in Linux Above is an example of running the: ls -l command, which will list the current directory contents in … Read more

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Using the SCP Command to Securely Copy Files [Examples]

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Using the SCP Command

SCP or Secure Copy securely transfers files between two hosts over the network using the SSH protocol. This tutorial explains how to use this popular command with numerous examples. SCP is pre-installed with most Linux distributions and is often used for deploying software to servers and backing up – frequently automated using Bash Scripts. SCP Command Syntax scp OPTIONS SOURCE … TARGET SCP has a lot of options that are outlined on the commands manual, available by running: man scp Here’s a summary of the most commonly used options from the … Read more