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Aviral Srivastava @godofgeeks_

Linux File System Fundamentals: Hierarchical Structure & Permissions

Linux file system: Hierarchical tree structure, device independence & robust permission system. Understand the root directory, metadata, inodes & permissions to master Linux fundamentals.

Fundamentals of the Linux File System

Introduction:
The Linux file system is a hierarchical structure that organizes files and directories on a storage device.  Understanding its fundamentals is crucial for any Linux user or administrator. Unlike Windows' drive letter system, Linux uses a single root directory ("/") from which all other directories branch.
Prerequisites:
Basic familiarity with the command line interface (CLI) is helpful, though not strictly necessary to grasp the core concepts.
Features:

Hierarchical Structure:  Organized as a tree, with the root directory ("/") at the top....