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Posted by Roy Schestowitz on Mar 25, 2023

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How to List All Groups in Linux

↺ How to List All Groups in Linux

> Groups on Linux-based operating systems are used to assign a set of privileges to a group of users. There are mainly two types of groups in the Linux distribution operating systems.

> Whenever a Linux user creates a file or directory, then the files within it are allocated to a primary group, which has the same name as the one of the current user. Every user has at least one primary group associated with them. Whenever a new user is created, it is allocated within a primary group. Apart from their primary group, Linux users can also belong to other groups known as secondary groups.

How to Install and use WHOIS on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

↺ How to Install and use WHOIS on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

> To get some information about the existing domain name, you might have used some online WHOIS lookup tool. However, if you are a Ubuntu user then you can use your Command terminal to get information about Domain names or public IP addresses by installing the WHOIS protocol.

> WHOIS is an easy-to-use protocol for querying databases that store registered users or assignees of an Internet resource. It’s a reliable way to access a range of information, from domain names to IP addresses.

> The information WHOIS reveals the domain name’s creation and expiration dates, the registrar who manages the registration, and the contact information of the registrant, administrative contact, and technical contact. This information can be useful for a variety of purposes, such as verifying the authenticity of a website or identifying potential trademark infringement.

What Is Linux? An Operating System, Software, Program, and More

↺ What Is Linux? An Operating System, Software, Program, and More

> Linux is an open source operating system that is widely used as an alternative to Windows and macOS. Learn about Linux features, how it works, and more.

How to Change a Folder Icon on Linux

↺ How to Change a Folder Icon on Linux

> Do you want your Documents folder to look different from your Software Projects folder? Linux is very customizable in that regard and allows you to do that efficiently.

> Having different folder icons makes your system more intuitive and user-friendly. Plus, it's very easy to find folders at a glance. Here's how you can easily change directory or folder icons on Linux.

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