There are many ways to clean up or remove files, including using commands such as rm (remove), rmdir (remove directory), shred, and unlink. The rm (remove) command is the most obvious way to remove ...

A symlink or "symbolic link" is a Linux file that simply points at another file. If the referenced file is removed, the symlink will remain but not indicate there's a problem until you try to use it.

Data loss is a nightmare for any computer user, and Linux users are no exception. Despite the robust architecture of Linux operating systems, disasters can strike in the form of accidental deletions, ...