Linux Malware and Adware: What Has Changed
An updated perspective on malware, spyware, and adware on Linux, with practical security habits for modern systems.
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su — Run a Shell as Another User
su starts a shell as another user. It is commonly used to switch to the root account or to test commands under a different account. Switch to another user su – username The hyphen starts a login shell, so the target user’s environment is loaded. Switch to root su – This normally asks for the … Read more
Linux File System Structure: Part 2
Part two of the Linux filesystem structure overview, covering boot files, device files and local software directories.
Installing Two Linux Distributions on One Computer
Practical notes for installing two Linux distributions on one machine.
LILO Bootloader: Legacy Notes
Legacy notes on the LILO bootloader and the modern GRUB, systemd-boot, and UEFI tools that replaced it on most Linux systems.
Linux File System Structure: Part 1
A beginner-friendly overview of the main Linux filesystem directories.