Free
CourseIntroduction to Linux: Users and Permissions
Learn how to define users, manage user groups and privileges, and set permissions for files in Linux.
Skill level
IntermediateTime to complete
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1 courseWe suggest you complete the following courses before you get started with Introduction to Linux: Users and Permissions:- Introduction to Linux: Bash Scripting
About this course
Continue your Linux learning journey with Introduction to Linux: Users and Permissions. Learn about different types of users and groups and how file permissions work in a Linux environment.
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Linux Users & Permissions
Learn about different types of users and groups, and how file permissions work in a Linux environment.
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