Linux/Directories
< LinuxSeveral directories are always available in Linux because they are used by the system. These are:
| Directory | Use |
|---|---|
| / | The "Root" directory |
| /var | Variables |
| /bin | Binaries |
| /etc | System |
| /sbin | Special binaries |
| /usr | Unix system resources |
| /mnt (or /media) | Mounted devices |
| /dev | Devices |
| /boot | Boot loaders, kernel |
| /lib | Libraries |
| /home | Users' home directory |
Users cannot write in any directory but their own home-directory (user pietje can only write in /home/pietje). Only root can write in other directories and can give permission to others to write elsewhere. All directories are readable to anyone unless root restricts it.
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