7 deprecated Linux commands you need to stop using - and what to use instead

Certain Linux commands are no longer maintained for a number of reasons - including security vulnerabilities. Here's the list.
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I automated Linux backups with a simple bash script and cron (and it’s better than a GUI)

Skip one-click backup apps. This rsync script gives you full control over what gets saved and when, plus logs and a few hard-won lessons.

I'm a creator and my new favorite Linux distro is multimedia perfection - here's why

ZDNET's key takeaways Modicia OS is a brilliant Linux distribution for creators.This distro has all of the audio and video ...