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Bash Inputrc Tricks: Smarter Tab Completion

Bash offers powerful ways to customize and enhance the command-line experience, many of which are hidden in plain sight. Two particularly useful options can be configured in the ~/.inputrc file:…

geekvater May 6, 2025

CLI Magic

Bash !$ Trick: Insert the Last Argument of the Previous Command

Command-line efficiency is one of the cornerstones of a productive Linux or Unix workflow. Whether you're administering a system, writing scripts, or simply navigating files, knowing a few powerful shortcuts…

geekvater May 6, 2025

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5 Things I Like About Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin”

Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed “Plucky Puffin,” is the latest interim release from Canonical, bringing a suite of enhancements that refine the Ubuntu desktop experience. Here are five standout features that make…

geekvater May 2, 2025

CLI Magic

How to Set a New PATH in Bash, Ksh, and Zsh

The PATH is an essential environment variable in Linux and Unix-like systems. It defines the directories where the shell looks for executable files when you type commands (like ping, useradd,…

geekvater May 1, 2025

How To Install Kernel 6.13

How To Install Kernel 6.13.11 On Ubuntu, Debian And Derivative Systems

The Linux kernel is the core component of any Linux operating system, managing hardware resources and system processes. In this guide we will be installing Kernel 6.13.11, which has been…

geekvater April 30, 2025

CLI Magic

How to Set a New PATH in csh and tcsh

The PATH environment variable plays a critical role in Unix-like systems, telling the shell where to look for executable files. When you type a command, the shell searches the directories…

geekvater April 30, 2025

CLI Magic

How to Use the echo Command in Shell Scripting

The echo command is one of the most commonly used commands in Unix-like operating systems. It serves the purpose of printing text to the standard output (stdout), and it's an…

geekvater April 29, 2025

CLI Magic

How to Redirect the Standard Output (stdout) and the Standard Error (stderr) to Multiple Files

Redirecting output streams is a common need in Unix and Linux environments, especially when you want to log command outputs for analysis or debugging. Sometimes, you might want to redirect…

geekvater April 29, 2025

CLI Magic

How to Set the Default Text Editor in csh and tcsh

Choosing your default text editor is an important part of customizing your Unix or BSD system environment. Whether you are editing configuration files or writing scripts, having your preferred editor…

geekvater April 28, 2025

CLI Magic

Understanding the Difference Between .bashrc and .bash_profile

When working with Unix-like systems, it's important to understand the role of different configuration files that influence the shell’s behavior. Two critical files for Bash users are .bashrc and .bash_profile.…

geekvater April 28, 2025

Bash Inputrc Tricks: Smarter Tab Completion

Bash !$ Trick: Insert the Last Argument of the Previous Command

5 Things I Like About Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin”

How to Set a New PATH in Bash, Ksh, and Zsh

How To Install Kernel 6.13.11 On Ubuntu, Debian And Derivative Systems

How to Set a New PATH in csh and tcsh

How to Use the echo Command in Shell Scripting

How to Redirect the Standard Output (stdout) and the Standard Error (stderr) to Multiple Files

How to Set the Default Text Editor in csh and tcsh

Understanding the Difference Between .bashrc and .bash_profile

How to Find Your Computer Hardware Information on Linux

How To Install Kernel 6.15 RC6 On Ubuntu, Debian And Derivative Systems

3 Useful Bash Oneliners: Find IP Address, Copy Trick, Run Previous Command with Different Arguments

How to Change the Default Internet Browser in Ubuntu and Debian