Linux

Verifying bash script arguments

Check out how you can ensure that proper arguments are passed to your bash scripts.

Counting and modifying lines, words and characters in Linux text files

A series of commands ranging from simple to fairly complex will help you count lines, words or individual characters on the Linux command line.

Using the at command to schedule tasks on Linux

Saving commands to a file using Ctrl-x-e

The Ctrl-x-e key sequence provides a quick and easy way to save commands you've recently used on the command line into files.

Building your personal Linux cheat sheets

Some Linux commands can make preparing cheat-sheet summaries of Linux commands quite easy, and here's a script that can make the task even easier.

Looking up words and terms with the Linux dict command

The dict command on Linux can provide you with access to a large collection of dictionaries, many with a special focus.

Tailoring your Linux command prompt

Here's how to change your Linux command prompt to something you might like better.

Bash scripting tips that can save time on Linux

Here are steps you can take to ensure that your bash scripts work as intended and are easy to update.

Joining lines of text on Linux

The tr and paste commands are two options if you want to combine multiple lines of text into a single line.

IBM denies suggestion that AIX being deprioritized

IBM says its roadmap for AIX development and new features runs through 2030, countering a published commentary.