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find: Search for files based on various criteria

Command: find Used to search for files and directories based on various criteria such as size, name, or modification date. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Read more »

ls: List directory contents

Command: ls Used to list the contents of a directory. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Read more »

sudo: Execute a command with superuser (root) privileges

Command: sudo Used to execute a command with superuser (root) privileges. Use sudo cautiously and only when necessary. Overusing or improperly using sudo can lead to security risks or unintended system changes. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Additional Notes: Read more »

chown: Change file ownership

Command: chown Used to change the ownership of files or directories. Ownership can be changed for the user (owner) and group. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Additional Arguments: Sample Command and Output: Description: Read more »

rm: Remove files or directories

Command: rm Used to remove files or directories. Be careful with this command! It permanently deletes files without sending them to the trash. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Additional Arguments: Sample Command and Output: Description: Read more »

mv: Move or rename files and directories

Command: mv Used to move or rename files and directories, including the ability to move directories and their contents recursively. Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Sample Command and Output: Description: Additional Argument: Sample Command and Output: Description: Read more »

scp: Secure Copy Protocol

scp stands for Secure Copy Protocol. It’s a command-line utility that uses SSH (Secure Shell) to securely transfer files and directories between hosts on a network. The data is encrypted during the transfer, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected. Secure copy Command: scp Used to securely copy files and directories […] Read more »

Compiling and Deploying ssh-agent and ssh-add on a Synology NAS Using Docker

In environments where direct installation of software is restricted or unavailable, compiling binaries from source can be an effective solution. Synology NAS users often face challenges when trying to use certain utilities, such as ssh-agent and ssh-add, due to the limited software availability. This guide demonstrates how to leverage Docker […] Read more »

How to Connect to Git Repositories using SSH on Synology

Setting Up SSH Keys on Synology NAS for GitHub Without Using ssh-agent If you’re using a Synology NAS and need to set up SSH keys for GitHub but cannot use ssh-agent, follow these detailed steps: 1. Generate an SSH Key Pair If you don’t already have an SSH key pair, […] Read more »

Installing and Managing SSH Key Authentication on Synology NAS

On Synology NAS devices, SSH key management is crucial for secure interactions with remote repositories such as GitHub. However, if ssh-agent is not available through traditional package managers or Synology’s Package Center, you may need to explore alternative methods to manage SSH keys. This guide provides an overview of manual […] Read more »