chmod: The "Change Mode" Command
The [chmod] command is used to change the mode of a linux or Unix file or directory.
chmod recipes
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
chmod +rwx file-name | Adds read, write, and execute permissions for the owner of the file |
chmod g+rwx file-name | Adds read and write permissions for the group owners of the file |
chmod Resources
Broader Topics Related to chmod Linux Command
Linux File System
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