> 1. Writing rm / somedir instead of rm /somedir ... The minor mistake of adding a space in the rm command can actually delete the entire content of the root (/) directory.
Only if your're logged in as root. The author omits what should be obvious advice -- avoid root shell sessions whenever possible. Always operate at the lowest level of authority consistent with the desired objective.
Only if your're logged in as root. The author omits what should be obvious advice -- avoid root shell sessions whenever possible. Always operate at the lowest level of authority consistent with the desired objective.