These are some lesser-known ways of sharing files on Linux. The methods here range from the very simple to the very complicated. Each of these tools is free, and some are pre-installed. Back in 2024, ...

One of the most popular questions long-time Linux users have been asked is, “How do I create a network share that Windows can see?“, and it’s for good reason. Creating a network share in Linux is a ...

How to Use Samba File Sharing: Easy Setup for Linux and Windows Your email has been sent Learn how to install, configure, and connect to Samba for Linux & Windows ...

Many people today work on mixed networks, with both Linux and Windows systems playing important roles. Sharing files between the two can be critical at times and is surprisingly easy with the right ...

Linux provides a number of ways to control who has access to your files and what kind of access they have. Keeping your files private from anyone but those with superuser (root) access is easy on ...

How to easily update a tar file from the Linux file manager Your email has been sent If you’re a Linux admin, there’s a good chance you make use of tar to create backups of data or simply make files ...

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