Introduction to Linux | Filesystems, Distributions, Permissions & the Command Line

Linux powers everything from cloud infrastructure and web servers to embedded devices and supercomputers, yet many developers only interact with it indirectly.

In this session, Michael Cunningham provides a practical introduction to Linux, covering the fundamental concepts every developer should understand. Topics include Linux distributions, the command line, file and directory management, permissions, package management, and the tools that make Linux one of the most important operating systems in modern computing.

Whether you're a software engineer, DevOps practitioner, cybersecurity student, or simply curious about open-source technology, this discussion offers a strong foundation for understanding how Linux systems work and why they dominate today's technology landscape.

Topics discussed:
• Linux distributions (Debian, Arch, Ubuntu, and more)
• Files and directory structures
• Terminal fundamentals
• File permissions and ownership
• Common command-line tools
• Package management
• System administration basics
• Open-source software ecosystems

Presented as part of The Pipeline Dev Group's bi-weekly technology discussion series.

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