What is Super Key in Linux?
Get familiar with the super (or is it meta) key in Linux in this chapter of the Jargon Buster series.
What is a Virtual Machine?
All you need to know about a virtual machine as an end user, how it works and why you need it.
What is Compiz in Linux?
You’ll hear the term Compiz in Linux discussions. Get familiar with Compiz in this brief overview.
What are Exit Codes in Linux?
Unraveling the mystery of exit codes in Linux. Learn what are the exit codes and why and how they are used.
Linux Jargon Buster: What is LUKS Encryption?
LUKS is a popular mechanism for disk encryption among Linux users. Learn more about LUKS in this jargon buster article.
What is a Loop device in Linux?
Seeing too many loop devices in Ubuntu? Learn what are these loop devices and why is it used on your Linux system.
Understanding the Fork Bomb :(){ :|:& };: in Linux
The :(){ :|:& };: is a popular fork bomb for Linux systems. Learn how it works and what you can do to prevent such a malicious command.