Symlinks in linux

The general concept of symlinks in linux is very similar to that of "shortcuts" in windows. After running the ln command, the source file is linked to the destination file. The "link" can be one of two types: - Hard link : this can only be applied to single files. Whatever you do to one … Continue reading Symlinks in linux

Virtual Box Shared Folder between WinXP host and Ubuntu guest

This command really saved me a lot of time. Its easy enough sharing folders when both the host and guest machine are windows (Network Neighbourhood is used) But, when the host is windows XP and the guest is ubuntu you need the command: sudo mount.vboxsf [share_name] [directory - mount point eg /mnt/share/] So in my … Continue reading Virtual Box Shared Folder between WinXP host and Ubuntu guest