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Certain Linux commands are no longer maintained for a number of reasons - including security vulnerabilities.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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Windows networking commands in Linux: 5 equivalents you should know (plus WSL tricks)

The default behavior of ping on Linux and other Unix-like systems is different from Windows. On Windows, the ping command ...
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3 cool and handy Linux apps to try this weekend (January 16-18)

If you've done any basic networking on the Linux terminal, you probably already know the ping command. Its basic function is ...
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I tested every Kindle to find the absolute best Amazon e-reader

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