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 ...

What are these weird directories, and why are they there? If you are new to the Linux command line, you may find yourself wondering why there are so many unusual directories, what they are there for, ...

GoboLinux provides a unique file system hierarchy, offering flexibility with multiple versions of the same package. The installation process involves partitioning, which may cause issues, but usage is ...

If you’ve ever been curious enough to look through your system’s root directory (“/”), you may have found yourself a little overwhelmed. Most of the three-letter directory names don’t tell you much ...

Linux is the most flexible and customizable operating system on the planet. That customizability starts deep within the heart of the Linux kernel and the file system. A computer file system is a ...

Hey ev-ry-body </dr. nick>,<BR>Does anyone have a REALLY in-depth article or resource that explains all of the standard directories in a linux system?<P>(specifically /dev and /vars) ...