Linux Basics for Game Server Administrators

Even though most game servers are managed via panel, basic Linux knowledge is useful, especially with a VPS.

Navigation

ls lists files. cd /path/to/folder changes directory. pwd shows current location.

File operations

cp file1 file2 copies. mv file1 file2 moves/renames. rm file deletes. mkdir folder creates a directory.

Text editing

nano file opens a simple editor. Save with Ctrl+O and exit with Ctrl+X.

Network

ss -tulpn shows active ports. ufw allow 25565 opens a port in the firewall.

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