If you’ve been using Linux for a decent amount of time, you might now realize that dotfiles on Linux are hidden files usually used for storing configuration for the system or software, e.g., “.bashrc“, “.zshrc”, “.vimrc“, “.git“, just to name a few. There has been
Ubuntu is a popular Linux distribution that has consistently ranked among the top for over a year. I assure you that most of you reading this article undoubtedly had Ubuntu as your first Linux distribution. Two decades ago, when it was released, it was the
The “du” utility is quite useful for estimating and summarizing file and directory usage. However, a new user may find it overwhelming, in which case they can turn to a new tool named Dust. Dust (“du” + “rust” = “dust“) gives a fresh look to
Atuin is a steroid for your traditional shell history, using SQLite as a database to record each user-issued command along with additional context like exit status, hostname, session, cwd, etc. It also offers a free public server or the option to self-host to sync your
Python is the most popular programming language in the world, as it provides great flexibility and simplicity to write and build big applications on AI/ML, automation, web apps, desktop, etc. One of the many reasons why Python is the top choice for programmers when developing
Eza is a modern replacement for the traditional command-line program “ls“, offers more features and optimization, and allows you to customize the output as per your preferences. The distinguishing features that set it apart from “ls” and other listing programs are hyperlink support, mount point
The default “command –help” section and “man command” page are quite overwhelming and confusing for beginners and also for professionals when they encounter a totally new command. In such scenarios, the person usually looks for a dedicated article on that particular command-line tool on the
The Windows Docker container is gaining significant popularity, allowing users to easily deploy Windows 11, 10, 8.1, XP, etc., as a container and later access it via a browser (with VNC). Before you confuse it with just a container, let me clarify that it uses
There are multiple download managers available, such as JDownloader, IDM, etc., in the download manager market, each with their own unique way of offering features and experiences to users. Recently, Gopeed (or “Go Speed”) caught my eye, claiming itself as a faster-performing and high-speed download
The majority of email service providers, including Gmail and Outlook, forbid attaching executable files like EXE, BAT, PS1, etc. to emails. When you try to attach the executable file to an email, you will be prompted with the following error message: This restriction is placed
PDFs are the primary file format for sharing sensitive educational, government, or office documents with individuals, often encrypted with a password to prevent unauthorized access. However, with a valid password, individuals can easily decrypt and store them in an encrypted wallet for future access. But
Are you struggling between the sluggishness of Docker (or Podman) CLI and the heaviness of Portainer? Then Dockge might be the best fit for you, as it is specially crafted for a user who only needs to manage containers or compose files for their Homelab
