Managing file permissions in Linux Operating System

by | Jan 12, 2021 | Linux

We have created users and groups. In this recipe, you will work with default file permissions for users and groups, as well as see how to modify those permissions. Getting ready Create two users, user1 and user2. Create new group editor and...

Delete a user account from Ubuntu Desktop or Server

by | Jan 11, 2021 | Ubuntu

If you no longer need a user account, it is good idea to delete that account. Getting ready You will need super user or root privileges to delete a group from the Ubuntu server. How to do it… Follow these steps to delete the user account: Enter the following command...

Creating symbolic links in Linux

by | Jan 10, 2021 | Linux

Symbolic links mean shortcuts, right? If you ever heard that explanation, it is only partially correct, and they are present on a most modern OS. There are two kinds of symbolic links when thinking in terms of files: hard and soft: Hard LinksSoft LinksOnly link to...

Creating a user account on Ubuntu desktop or server

by | Jan 8, 2021 | Ubuntu

Suppose you have already installed the Ubuntu desktop or server. In that case, it means you have already created a default user on your system, even on the cloud also Ubuntu is installed with preconfigured default user account. You can do all administrative tasks...