How To Set Permissions for New Files on Linux With umask
File permissions are critical for the security of a Linux system. But how do you set default permissions for new files on Linux?
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How to Use Chroot in Linux and Fix Your Broken System
Chroot is a Linux/Unix utility that can change or modify the root filesystem. With the help of the chroot command, you can easily create an isolated filesystem inside your primary filesystem. Chroot is especially helpful to make your work and home environment separated or if you want a test environment to test software in isolation.
What Is umask in Linux, and How Do You Use It?
In Linux, all directories and files have access permissions. You can use chmod to set your preferred access rights for different users. But what decides their default permissions? Let’s talk about umask.
How to Back Up Your Data With Déjà Dup on Linux
Backing up files is a crucial task that every system administrator should perform. Here's how you can create a backup of your data using Déjà Dup.
How To Install the SFTPGo STFP Server on Ubuntu 22.04
See how easy it is to deploy a secure FTP server to your network, with the help of SFTPGo.
Flatpak App of the Week: Pika Backup – Keeping Your Data Safe Was Never Easier
Pika Backup, an open-source graphical backup utility created by Sophie Herold, promises to keep your data safe and make the entire process easier than ever.
What are Set UID, Get UID, and Sticky Bits in Linux File Permissions?
Learn about special file permissions in Linux to have granular control over file and directory access by users.
