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3 Bash scripting techniques every Linux user should know

Have you been thinking about biting the bullet and learning Bash scripting? Or perhaps you're like me, and you're always looking for ways to improve. I have three tips that will improve every Bash ...
Linux Journal

Simple Linux Shell Scripts in Bash, Python, and Perl That Will Get You Up and Running

Linux, known for its robustness and flexibility, has been a favorite among developers, system administrators, and technology enthusiasts. One of the pillars of Linux's capabilities is its inherent ...
Hackaday

Linux Fu: Better Bash Scripting

It is easy to dismiss bash — the typical Linux shell program — as just a command prompt that allows scripting. Bash, however, is a full-blown programming language. I wouldn’t presume to tell you that ...
TechRepublic

How to create a bash script for starting VirtualBox VMs

How to create a bash script for starting VirtualBox VMs Your email has been sent Jack Wallen shows you a nifty trick for easily starting, stopping, pausing, and resuming your VirtualBox virtual ...
Ars Technica

Setting environment vars in a bash script

Sometimes I'll need to add a bunch of paths to a variable like PKG_CONFIG_PATH or LD_LIBRARY_PATH in order to compile something.<BR><BR>Obviously I can type a bunch of export commands on the ...
Ars Technica

Any way (not using sudo) to run a Bash Script as root from another UID?

I have a bash script that needs to be able to mount/umount and write to a DVD burner. It all works when it is run as root, but even if I chmod u+s it and leave it owned as root, my other user cannot ...