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EasyTAG comes in handy when editing associated text tags of an image, audio, or video. It is an open-source, cross-platform, feature-rich, and free tool released under the GNU General Public License. EasyTAG tool acts as a backbone for animation, video, audio, application, etc., in which the details of the files, like tags, data, and image information, can be edited. EasyTAG also supports ID3 tags using the tag manipulation library of the MAD project. Originally, EasyTAG was designed to organize the music collection and is available for different platforms, including Windows and macOS. EasyTAG currently has various features, including: ... Read More

The dutree is an open-source and free command line tool in Linux that lets you analyze disk usage and display the output in a colored format. This command combines two well-known Linux commands, the durep (generates disk usage report) and the tree (lists the contents of a directory in tree format) commands, and their attributes, written in the Rust language. Whenever you use this command to determine disk usage, it displays the result in a tree-like format. The dutree command is mainly used to see which directories and files take up the most space on the hard disk and lists ... Read More

What is Windows Operating System? Microsoft Windows is a graphical operating system which users can use to view, create, and edit files and folders, play games, listen to music, and do a lot of other things. The first version of this operating system was Windows 1.0 and the current one is Windows 11. Two common editions of Windows include Home and Professional. New computers and laptops are pre-installed with this operating system. Why Windows Operating System Alternatives? Windows 11 is the latest version of Microsoft Windows and its disadvantages are as follows: ... Read More

There are several benefits to using operating system-based virtualization. You can run multiple operating systems on the same physical hardware. This can be useful for testing different operating systems, running legacy applications, or saving space on your computer. Another advantage is that it can improve performance. By isolating each operating system from others, virtualization software can prevent conflicts and improve overall system performance. It creates a layer of abstraction between the hardware and the operating systems. The virtualization software is installed on the host operating system. It manages this layer of abstraction and allows guest operating systems to access ... Read More

Introduction Integrity of files and directories is an essential aspect of system security and data protection. File integrity refers to the accuracy and completeness of the information stored in a file, while directory integrity concerns the structure, permissions, ownership, and attributes of directories. When files or directories are tampered with or corrupted, they can cause critical errors, data loss, or even compromise system stability. Therefore, checking file and directory integrity is crucial for ensuring system reliability and preventing security breaches. Installing AIDE on Linux Requirements for Installing AIDE Before installing AIDE, it is important to ensure that the system meets ... Read More

Introduction As a programmer or system administrator, you may need to check for file or directory existence frequently. Bash, which stands for "Bourne-Again SHell", is a Unix-based command-line interface that provides powerful scripting capabilities. In this article, we will explore how to check if a file or directory exists in Bash. Checking for File Existence In Bash scripting, it is common to check whether a file exists before performing certain operations on it. Fortunately, Bash provides several ways to accomplish this task. Using the "test" Command The "test" command is a built-in Bash command used to check various conditions and ... Read More

Introduction Checking disk space in Linux is a crucial task for maintaining the health of your system. Disk space is limited, and running out of it can lead to system failure, data loss, and reduced performance. It is essential to know how much disk space you have available and how much you are using at any given time. Luckily, checking disk space in Linux is a simple process that can be accomplished through the command line interface or the graphical user interface. Checking Disk Space Using Command Line Interface The Power of the df Command and Its Options The ... Read More

Introduction Debian Linux is an open-source operating system that is widely used in both personal and professional settings. It was first released in 1993 and has since then gained a reputation for being stable, secure, and reliable. Debian Linux comes with a wide range of software packages that can be easily installed and used by users. Due to its stability, Debian Linux is the preferred choice of many system administrators who need to run servers or other mission-critical applications. Checking Debian Linux Version using Command Line Interface (CLI) The Power of the CLI For those who are unfamiliar with it, ... Read More

Introduction Monitoring the performance of a Linux system is essential to ensuring that it is operating optimally. One of the key factors in determining the performance of a system is CPU utilization. CPU utilization refers to the percentage of time that the processor spends executing instructions from various processes and applications on the system. In Linux, there are numerous tools available for monitoring CPU utilization, but using command line tools provides a quick and efficient way to check this metric. Basic Command Line Tools for Checking CPU Utilization When it comes to monitoring CPU utilization with the command line in ... Read More

Introduction Monitoring CPU temperature on a Linux system is essential for maintaining optimal performance and preventing hardware damage. The CPU (central processing unit) is the brain of your computer, and it generates heat as it processes data. Over time, this heat can cause your CPU to slow down or even fail altogether. By monitoring your CPU temperature, you can identify potential issues before they cause permanent damage to your system. Understanding CPU Temperature on Linux CPU temperature is a measure of how hot the processor is running and is an important metric for computer performance. The faster a processor works, ... Read More