The tree command is perfect for viewing your entire directory structure at a glance. It shows folders and files in a clear, ...

The way the Linux file system is laid out makes perfect sense. I've been using Linux for so many years that I can't imagine another file system making more sense. When I consider how the Windows file ...

Navigating the Linux filesystem hierarchy can be a daunting task for newcomers and even seasoned administrators. Unlike some other operating systems, Linux follows a unique directory structure that is ...

One of the last things the Linux kernel does during system boot is mount the root filesystem. The Linux kernel dictates no filesystem structure, but user space applications expect to find files with ...

I love Linux, but I don't understand the directory structure of the file system. It seems to me that this is one area where Windows has Linux beat. They lay things out more logically. <BR><BR>Things ...

Managing directories on Linux is easy, but the process gets more complex when you need to create, empty or remove large, complex directory structures. This post will take you from the most basic ...