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Tar a directory, but don"t store full absolute paths in the archive
## How to Tar a Directory without Storing Full Absolute Paths in the Archive Have you ever encountered the issue of wanting to tar a directory but not store the full absolute paths in the archive? It can be quite cumbersome to deal with long and unnecessa
Get line number while using grep
š¢ **Get Line Number While Using Grep: A Complete Guide** š¢ Have you ever used `grep` to search for a string in your files and wished you could also get the line numbers of those lines? š¤ Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we'll show
Add a prefix string to beginning of each line
# How to Add a Prefix String to the Beginning of Each Line: A Guide for Easy Modification š So, you have a file, and you need to add a prefix string to the beginning of each line? No worries! I'm here to help you tackle this task without breaking a sweat
./configure : /bin/sh^M : bad interpreter
## š” Easy Fix for "/bin/sh^M: bad interpreter" Error If you are trying to install a package on your Linux system and you encounter the error message "/bin/sh^M: bad interpreter", don't worry! This is a common issue with a simple solution. In this guide,
How to find out line-endings in a text file?
# How to Find Out Line-Endings in a Text File Are you struggling to determine the line-endings in a text file? š Don't worry, you're not alone! Many developers face this issue when working with different operating systems or when transferring files betwe
How to create a link to a directory on linux
#### How to Create a Link to a Directory on Linux: A Beginner's Guide So you're navigating the intricate world of GNU Linux, and you've come across the need to create a link to a directory. šØāš» Fear not, for we have you covered! In this guide, we'll wal
How do I get out of "screen" without typing "exit"?
š Hey there tech enthusiasts! š Do you ever find yourself stuck in the endless loop of the 'screen' and desperately needing an escape route without typing 'exit'? š¤ We've got you covered with some simple yet effective solutions to this common conundrum
What"s the best way to send a signal to all members of a process group?
# The Ultimate Guide to Sending Signals to All Members of a Process Group š¢ Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Are you struggling with the task of sending signals to all members of a process group? š¤ Don't worry, because we've got you covered! In this blog po
Count number of files within a directory in Linux?
## š Counting Number of Files within a Directory in Linux Have you ever wondered how to count the number of files within a directory in Linux? It's a common task that can be quite useful when organizing and managing your files. In this blog post, we'll e
Clear a terminal screen for real
š **Title:** Clear a Terminal Screen for Real: Say Goodbye to Clutter! š **Introduction:** Do you feel like you're swimming in a sea of text when using the terminal? You're not alone! The standard `clear` command might make you think your screen is cl