You’d think the Command Prompt would be long-gone after 30 years of Windows’ graphical interface, but it’s not, and there’s a good reason why. Though many of its duties have been replaced by icons or ...

Good Linux command line tricks don’t only save you time and trouble. They also help you remember and reuse complex commands, making it easier for you to focus on what you need to do, not how you ...

I remember the first time a friend of mine introduced me to Linux and showed me how I didn't need to type commands and path names fully—I could just start typing and use the Tab key to complete the ...

Type cd and drag a folder into Command Prompt to change your working directory. To go to a folder not nearby, surround the path in quotes for a successful directory change. Double-check that the ...

The Linux command line allows you to get a lot of work done – especially when you learn enough “tricks” to make it interesting and productive. The expression “Linux tricks” refers to the many ways ...

It’s not always easy to figure out where to find your computer’s specs—that is, it’s not easy unless you use the command line. Type “systeminfo” and press Enter to get a detailed readout of everything ...

Digital Inspiration has a nice roundup of 10 very useful commands and tricks that can help you get things done quickly from the command line. My favorite is the suggested use of the move command. move ...

For new Linux users, places like the Ubuntu Forums can be a great way to track down problem fixes and get tips from experienced users. Recently, however, a few really evil jerks have been preying on ...

How do you write great code? By being efficient. If you want to create something awesome, you’ll have to eliminate the time dumps that slow you down. With just a few tricks, you can speed up your work ...