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The Best Command Prompt Tricks and Tips

Microsoft wants users to move over from Command Prompt to PowerShell, but there are good reasons not to, the chief one being that PowerShell is more advanced and suited for power users. Command Prompt remains the better option for everyday users. Learn more in our overview of differences between Command Prompt and PowerShell. But just… read more »

5 Ways to Shut Down Your Linux Computer From the Command Line

No operating system is perfect. Even if it was, there might be problems with drivers and apps. Linux is no exception. Despite being more stable than Windows (in many cases, not all!), there will probably come a time when you need to restart your Linux computer. This might be because something isn’t working. Alternatively, you… read more »

Customize Your Mac Command Line With These Terminal Alternatives

One of the best ways to make macOS your own is to customize the command line, either through alternative apps or just tricking out the Terminal app. Working with the command line can be the doorway to becoming a power user on your Mac. You can begin with some improvements to the Dock. The Mac’s… read more »

8 Useful Things You Can Do With Your Mac’s Command Key

Did you know that your Mac has a hidden word autocomplete feature? Or that holding down specific keys, such as A, brings up a set of special characters? I didn’t. I keep discovering useful shortcuts even after a year of using a Mac, and I’d like to share some of them with you. They involve… read more »

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